California’s Recycling Problem / 2020 Census Impact on California / New Nancy Pelosi Biography “Madam Speaker”

Summary: <p>Recycling isn’t always as easy as it seems; we take a closer look at how state lawmakers are hoping to clear up confusion on what’s recyclable and what isn’t. Following the 2020 Census results, California is also taking a hit with the loss of a seat in Congress, and a new biography on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi explains why she is ‘the most powerful woman in American history.’</p> <p><strong>Today's Guests</strong></p> <ul> <li>CapRadio State Government Reporter <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="/about/bios/scott-rodd/" target="_blank"><strong>Scott Rodd</strong> </a>breaks down California’s recycling problem and how state lawmakers introduced a bill to clear up mislabeling the triangular ‘chasing arrows’ symbol, which they argue contributes to a significant portion actually being disposed of in landfills</li> <li>California is poised to lose a congressional seat for the first time in state history following the first release of the 2020 Census results. USC's Center for Inclusive Democracy Founder and Director <strong><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cid.usc.edu/mindy-romero" target="_blank">Mindy Romero</a></strong> and CalMatters political and election reporter <strong><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://calmatters.org/author/ben-christopher/" target="_blank">Ben Christopher</a></strong> discuss the larger fallout and next steps with redistricting</li> <li>USA Today Washington Bureau Chief <strong><a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.usatoday.com/staff/2646358001/susan-page/" target="_blank">Susan Page</a></strong> on her newly released biography, “Madam Speaker: Nancy Pelosi and the Lessons of Power”</li> </ul>