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November 9, 2024 25 mins

In this special episode of Diary of an Actress, Rachel Bailit sits down with Laura Friedman, a former film producer and California State Assembly member, now running for California's 30th congressional district. Laura shares her unique journey from the Hollywood spotlight to the political stage, her vision for California’s future, and what inspired her to make a difference in public service. Tune in as she discusses key issues, her roots in the entertainment industry, and her ambitions to bring meaningful change to the community.

Laura Friedman has had a successful career in both politics and entertainment. This week, she won a seat in Congress, succeeding Representative Adam Schiff in California's 30th Congressional District. Laura has an extraordinary record of progressive leadership as a State Assemblymember, Glendale City Council member and Mayor, community activist, and in the private sector. She began her career in Hollywood as a producer, working on projects such as "Aberration" (1997), "Foxfire" (1996), and "It Takes Two" (1995).

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