2. How to build bipartisan support with Assemblymember Chad Mayes

Blueprint for California Advocates

English - November 08, 2021 04:22 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB - ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
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As any good lobbyist in Sacramento will tell you, at the end the day what matters is getting the 21/41 votes you need to move your bill. This has always been a significant challenge; in our era of toxic political polarization it's can be near impossible.

That's why I'm excited to share my recent conversation with Assemblymember Chad Mayes (I - 42). A former Minority Leader of the Assembly Republican Caucus and now the only Independent in the Legislature, he knows first hand the impact of hyper-partisanship. I am grateful to the Assemblymember for taking time to share his valuable insight on how advocates can win support from lawmakers across the aisle/caucus.

Bottom line: it comes down to building trust. It's hard work and takes time. But it can be done. As always, my focus is sharing actionable steps and real-world advice for advocates working to build just, sustainable communities.

Hosted by Kristina Bas Hamilton, founder of KBH Advocacy. Learn more about KBH Advocacy.

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