Our guest today is Rita Mendes! Rita immigrated to the U.S. from Brazil at the age of 12, where she went on to attend Brockton High School. Her background has made her especially receptive to the needs of multilingual students of color in Brockton. In conversation with Sen. Eldridge, they delve into pressing Brockton issues, including affordable housing and environmental initiatives. The conversation also highlights how Representative Mendes started her career in public service and her passion for making herself accessible to her constituents!