In this episode of Beyond the Ballot, host Ariana Corbu sits down with San Jose District 3 Councilmember Anthony Tordillos to discuss his journey from software engineering and grassroots neighborhood organizing to taking action on City Council. Tordillos shares his hands-on approach to tackling the Bay Area's housing affordability crisis, expanding transit-oriented development, and making local streets safer. He also breaks down key city budget wins for District 3 while offering advice on how everyday residents can get involved to make a tangible impact on local government.