What does it mean to run for Congress without accepting political endorsements or PAC money? Can a candidate remain independent while still building the relationships necessary to govern?

In this episode of Flor Unmuted, host Flor Olvera sits down with Sandra Van Scotter, Democratic candidate for California's 20th Congressional District, for a wide-ranging conversation about healthcare, immigration, Social Security, political independence, and the future of the Central Valley.

A respiratory therapist and disability advocate, Sandra explains why she entered politics after witnessing firsthand how federal policy changes affected the people she serves. She discusses her decision to reject PAC and corporate funding, why her campaign isn't seeking traditional political endorsements, and how she believes members of Congress can remain accou ...