US Senate Candidates’ Forum: Live with Reps Barbara Lee, Katie Porter, and Adam Schiff

Briefings

00:56:58

Ethnic Media Journalists on the Midterms: What’s Driving (or Not) Our Communities to the Polls?

Ethnic media journalists share what they’re hearing from communities nationwide about the 2026 midterms, including voter turnout, key issues, frustrations, hopes, and what may shape participation at the polls.
00:59:57

Who Gets the Last Word? Election Disinformation in Immigrant Communities

Election disinformation is spreading through immigrant communities via social media, AI-generated content and trusted networks. Experts examine deepfakes, misleading voting information and ways communities can identify false content.

News Stories

In Affluent San Francisco Suburb, Food Security and Health Care Topped Voters’ Concerns on Election Day

In affluent Fremont, California, hundreds of people each week get food support at the Tri-City Volunteers Food Bank.

‘The Wallet and La Migra’: Ethnic Media on What’s Driving Their Communities To Vote

On the eve of the Nov. 3 midterms, economic anxiety, immigration enforcement and civil rights concerns are shaping voters’ priorities across the country.

Was Live Thu, Feb. 8, 2024

Guest Speakers

  • Rep. Barbara Lee, (D-CA 12th District) – Confirmed
  • Rep. Katie Porter, (D-CA, 47th District) – Confirmed
  • Rep. Adam Schiff, (D-CA, 30th District) – Confirmed
  • Steve Garvey, (Republican) – Invited

Event Overview

The race to fill the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s seat in the US Senate is heating up, with 27 candidates jockeying for the post. Who is the candidate with the best vision for our minority-majority state? Ethnic Media Services and California Black Media are pleased to jointly present a candidates’ forum, with three of the major contenders for the seat.

Presented by American Community Media &
California Black Media