Mastering the Room

Lorenzo Santos on Running for Congress

Episode Summary

Lorenzo Santos, a Democratic challenger from Wisconsin, shares his journey and motivations for running for Congress. He emphasizes his love for his community and his belief in his unique skill set. Santos discusses his background in politics and grassroots organizing, highlighting the importance of engaging with voters and understanding their concerns. He also addresses the challenges he faces as a candidate, including fundraising and reaching out to voters in a polarized political environment. Santos emphasizes the need for transparency, listening to constituents, and fighting for the issues that matter to them. He encourages the next generation to have confidence, pursue their passions, and break through barriers.

Episode Notes

• Lorenzo Santos is a Democratic challenger from Wisconsin running for Congress because of his love for his community and belief in his unique skill set.
• He has a background in politics and grassroots organizing, which has allowed him to understand the challenges and experiences of other candidates.
• Santos emphasizes the importance of engaging with voters, listening to their concerns, and fighting for the issues that matter to them.
• He recognizes the challenges of fundraising and reaching out to voters in a polarized political environment but remains committed to transparency and principled stands on important issues.

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Motivations

02:54Grassroots Organizing and Engaging with Voters

07:11Reproductive Rights and Differentiating from the Incumbent

11:01Challenges and Strategies in a Polarized Political Environment

13:15Transparency, Listening, and Fighting for the Issues