Mic’d Up: The Rookie Rewind– Rep. Josué O. Ortega

About this episode

Rep. Josué O. Ortega reflects on his first legislative session and experiences in public service.

In November 2024, six new voices joined the 153rd General Assembly as part of the House Democratic Caucus. In Part Two of Mic’d Up: The Rookie Rewind, we’re sitting down with Rep. Josué O. Ortega to reflect on his first legislative session. From navigating the ins and outs of policymaking to the experiences that have shaped his first year in office, Rep. Ortega shares his perspective on stepping into public service and what lies ahead in his work as a state legislator.

People in this episode

Guest: Rep Josué O Ortega

Topics covered

• legislative session
• public service
• policymaking
• state legislator

Keywords

• House Democratic Caucus
• 153rd General Assembly
• new voices

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