Ep. 7: Adam Spickler, First Out Transgender Man Elected to Public Office in Ca

Adam Spickler was the first out transgender man elected to public office in California when he was elected to the Cabrillo College Board of Trustees in 2018.  Adam came out twice in his life, first as gay in his teen years and then as transgender later in life in 2010. His first job was as a preschool teacher and later as a legislative aide for John Laird and then Bill Monning. Adam transitioned while he was working for State Senator Bill Monning,and in the process educated everyone who worked in the County of Santa Cruz office building.  Adam currently works as a senior analyst and public information officer for the County of Santa Cruz. Adam was interviewed by Annabelle who is a student at Cabrillo College.