Sacramento City Council Member Eric Guerra wants to be California’s next State Senator; we talk with him about his run for District 6 in our latest series of interviews with candidates. California’s arts community is also hemorrhaging from the pandemic, and there’s a growing discussion about what it’ll take to get the industry back on its feet financially. Plus, exploring the delta town of Locke’s rich Asian history and what to know before heading to your favorite state park this holiday weekend.

Today's Guests

• Californians for the Arts Executive Director Julie Baker Director of Visual Marketing/Brand Manager at Harlow's and The Starlet Room Julia Heath discuss funding for the arts in the latest California state budget proposal
• Sacramento City Council member Eric Guerra on his candidacy for the 6th State Senate seat
• CapRadio Race and Equity reporter Sarah Mizes-Tan checks-in with her reporting on the history of the Chinese community in the delta town of Locke, what the town means for Chinese-American assimilation in California, and what we can learn from the community’s rich history
• California State Parks Public Affairs Deputy Director Gloria Sandoval talks about the rush to outdoor locations as pandemic restrictions ease, as well as some creative ideas in case your favorite vacation spot is booked