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Q1: A politics check-in with Linda: Texas special elections, the shifting Latino vote, and more

from Investies: Your Weekly Guide to the Stock Market, Investing & Economy · host Cosmic Standard & In Luz We Trust

Linda Garcia, Texas House Representative, author of Wealth Warrior: 8 Steps for Communities of Color to Conquer the Stock Market, and public speaker, is dedicated to empowering lower-income families and those without access to investing resources through financial literacy. Her podcast, Investies, tackles real-money topics, demystifies investing, and explores crucial areas like the stock market, money management, and the impact of interest rates on personal finances. Linda’s work advocates for financial independence and champions equity and representation for all. As a financial feminist, she encourages listeners to take control of their financial futures. Through her podcast and advocacy, Linda tackles the intersection of financial education, the economy, and geopolitics, helping lower-income communities build wealth and secure their place in today’s financial landscape.Producer Eliza interviews Linda about the state of politics in the country at large, and in Texas in particular. Linda discusses a Texas special election, and analyzes why the Latino vote is currently shifting away from Republicans. She also unpacks the trends of Latino voters. Finally, Linda and Eliza unpack what it means to be an investor as some of the world's most powerful business leaders are implicated in the Epstein Files.There are so many ways to make the stock market work for you as you gain more experience as an investor. If you have questions about different kinds of investing, please reach out! You can find us on Patreon, and submit questions without getting a membership (but we appreciate it if you do decide to invest in our show!). We love speaking with our listeners. Happy investing and happy trading!Produced by Cosmic Standard & Linda Garciahttps://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook Listen early and ad-free for $5/mo on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/Investies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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