Aida Macedo: Conversation with Whittier City Council Candidate

Paid for by Macedo for Whittier City Council 2026 FPPC ID#14841460:00 - Introduction & Background1:04 - Why Run for Office? Key Frustrations with Local Government2:25 - What Makes Whittier Special3:16 - Responding to "New to Whittier" Critics5:02 - National Issues & Local Leadership7:22 - ICE Raids & Community Safety9:23 - The Importance of Listening to Residents10:54 - 20 Years in Office & Democracy12:23 - First 90 Days: Immediate Priorities13:36 - Public Comment Restrictions & Transparency15:34 - Welcoming New Residents16:59 - Development & Smart Growth20:45 - Legal Background & Estate Planning Practice23:23 - Why Aida is the Best Candidate25:32 - Moonshot: Doing the Uncomfortable to Create ChangeJoin us for an in-depth conversation with Aida Macedo, attorney, business owner, and candidate for Whittier City Council District 4. In this episode, Aida shares her vision for representative government, public safety, and smart development that reflects what residents truly want.