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Ep. 42: What Happens When You Legislate with Authenticity? (Feat. Holly Mitchell)

Published on: 8th June, 2026

Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell serves on the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, representing the Second District, which includes more than two million residents across South Los Angeles, the South Bay, Koreatown, and surrounding communities. A third-generation Angeleno and longtime public servant, Supervisor Mitchell has built her career around equity, expanding the social safety net, and investing in families, children, small businesses, and communities that have historically been underserved. Before joining the Board of Supervisors in 2020, she served in the California State Assembly and State Senate, where she authored more than 100 laws and became known as a strong voice on budget equity, child welfare, economic justice, and racial justice. Her work reflects a deep understanding of Los Angeles County’s role in meeting people’s basic needs while creating pathways for residents to thrive.

Resources:

mitchell.lacounty.gov

Community Announcements

South LA Job Fair

  • Crenshaw High School
  • Thursday, June 25th, 10 a.m., featuring free food, free Live Scans, a Kids Zone, and live entertainment.
  • All are welcome, and justice-impacted community members are encouraged to attend.
  • Register at southlajobfair.eventbrite.com.

Juneteenth Events

6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration & Resource Fair

  • George Washington Carver Park 1400 E. 118th St, Los Angeles, CA 90059
  • Saturday, June 13th 12 to 4 p.m.
  • Free and open to all, with on-site County services, community resources, family activities, live performances, food trucks, health and wellness resources, tenant and landlord resources, record expungement support, pool time and lessons, live art, and more.
  • Register at mitchell.lacounty.gov/Juneteenth-2026.

Juneteenth Calling All

  • Sister Dreamer Sculpture Park 1810 W. 76th St.
  • Friday, June 19th 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., featuring dancers, marching bands, drill teams, roller skaters, double dutch crews, and more.
  • Help set the record for the world’s longest Soul Train line.
  • 3 p.m. Soul Train line starts.
  • 7 p.m. “7 Stories of the Soul” film screening.
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