From Engineer to Congress (CA-50) with Sparky Mitra

In this episode of Beyond the Campaign, guest host Madeline from San Diego Women for Progress sits down with congressional candidate Sparky Mitra to discuss her run for California’s 50th District. Sparky shares her journey from bioengineer to community organizer, offering insight into how her professional background shapes her approach to public service. The conversation dives into key policy priorities, including housing affordability, healthcare access, and immigration reform, as well as her commitment to connecting with diverse communities across the district. This episode highlights the importance of grassroots engagement, inclusive leadership, and the future of California politics.What We're Talking About...Sparky Mitra’s journey from bioengineer to community organizer and congressional candidatePolicy priorities: housing affordability, universal healthcare, and immigration reformHow Sparky Mitra differentiates herself from current representatives and political opponentsStrategies for engaging diverse communities and bridging political dividesVision for a more affordable, sustainable, and livable San Diego and California’s 50th DistrictChapters00:00 Introduction to Sparky Mitra03:31 Background and Motivation for Running06:13 Distinguishing Factors from Current Representatives09:38 Qualities for Success in Politics12:12 Key Issues and Policy Proposals15:23 Addressing Housing Affordability17:31 Vision for the Future of San Diego19:37 Personal Interests and Community EngagementLinks MentionedSparky Mitra's Campaign Website: https://www.sparkymitra.com