Shaping the future of long-term care…one conversation at a time
Who Cares! is a podcast by SEIU 2015, the largest union of long-term care workers in the U.S. Hosted by Arnulfo De La Cruz, President of SEIU 2015, the podcast explores critical issues facing care workers and recipients, including labor rights, economic justice, and the intersection of politics with long-term care.
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Episode 6: From Labor to Legislation: Rep. Jimmy Gomez on Protecting Caregivers and Workers
Medicaid cuts, mass deportations, and billionaire tax breaks—Congress is making choices that hurt working families. Representative Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) sits down with Who Cares to discuss his fight for caregivers, immigrant rights, and labor protections in Washington. Hear about his in-home and nursing home caregiver mother, his time in the California labor movement, and why…
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Episode 5: Winning Fair Wages – A Conversation with Kim Evon & Claudia Arevalo
From the Fight for $15 to major victories in IHSS and nursing homes, SEIU 2015 has led the charge for higher wages. Hear from union leaders on how these wins were achieved and how caregivers can keep pushing for more. Today’s guests are SEIU 2015 Executive VP Kim Evon, who discusses how the union was victorious…
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Episode 4: Fighting for Immigration Justice: A Conversation with Angelica Salas of CHIRLA
In this episode, we discuss the fight for Immigration Justice with Angelica Salas, Executive Director of Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA). They explore CHIRLA’s decades of advocacy, the challenges facing immigrant communities, and the urgent need to prepare for anti-immigration policies. Learn how unions and organizations like CHIRLA are building power…
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Episode 3: Fighting for Care and Justice – A Conversation with SEIU 2015 Leaders Carmen and Leilani
In Episode 3 of Who Cares, SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz talks with Executive Vice President Carmen Roberts about her journey from caregiver to union leader. Carmen then joins Leilani, a housing justice advocate, to discuss the critical issue of homelessness and affordable housing in Los Angeles. Together, they explore how union leadership drives…
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Episode 2: Ontario-Montclair School District Board of Trustees member Flora Martinez Shares Her Journey
SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz welcomes special guest Flora Martinez. Flora is not only a proud SEIU 2015 member but also serves on the Ontario-Montclair School District Board of Trustees. They discuss her journey from caregiver to union advocate to public official. Flora shares insights into the intersections of care giving and education,…
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Episode 1: Fresno County Supervisor Candidate Luis Chavez on Long-Term Care and Economic Justice
Join Arnulfo De La Cruz as he interviews Fresno County Supervisor candidate Luis Chavez. They dive into Chavez’s background and passion for serving the Fresno community. He shares his plans to uplift long-term care workers, address housing affordability, and champion economic and racial justice for all. As the 2024 election approaches, hear how you can…