Skyler Greene | Photographer & Creative Producer

Missing my road trip copilot @christinajsewell right about now. One of the best memories I have is barreling down 395 toward JTree listening to political, social justice, and French language podcasts. I miss our discussions which always led to me unlearning something fundamental and opening my eyes to another perspective. Christina, you keep my mind open and never let me turn a blind eye. Together we are radically inclusive team ready to take on the world.

Our beloved California is being threatened north and south with fires. I recently learned that many fires are being fought by non-violent inmates who until recently weren't given the chance to become firefighters after their release while being paid cents an hour to save our state.

Assemblywoman Eloise Gomez Reyes, will allow nonviolent offenders, who have logged time in fire camps while incarcerated, an opportunity to have their records expunged upon release, allowing them to become firefighters.

"If we really want to bring about change and lower our recidivism rates, we have to ensure that those that have served their sentences have an opportunity for meaningful employment," Reyes tweeted Sunday. "Those that have served on the fire lines deserve a second chance."

Important to acknowledge small wins but not dwell too long when so much work still needs to be done. VOTE EARLY!!!