Yesterday was one of the most special days in my 9+ years in the legislature, as I got to watch my dear friend Monique Limón get sworn in as the 50th President pro Tempore of the State Senate and the first mom and woman of color to hold the position. (1/3)

Wishing everyone in AD23 and across California a Happy New Year! While 2025 was a bit rough at times, I’m proud of the progress we made lowering utility bills, protecting consumers, strengthening worker rights, and improving our democracy.

Wishing a meaningful and happy Kwanzaa to all celebrating in my district and throughout California. May your week be filled with connection, reflection, and celebration! 🕯️

Wishing a Merry Christmas to all who are celebrating. May your day be filled with joy, love, and kindness! 🎄

Today marks the first night of Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights that reminds us of the power of hope and the resilience of the Jewish community. Wishing you all a celebration filled with peace, light, and courage during what might feel like dark and scary times. 🕎✨

The antisemitic terror attack on a peaceful crowd of Jews celebrating the first night of Hanukkah in Australia is horrific, heartbreaking, and totally predictable.

I’m overwhelmed with appreciation for everyone who donated to our Holiday Toy Drive! (1/2)

We had a wonderful community coffee at the famous Buck's Restaurant in Woodside on Friday morning! (1/2)

Thank you to the Santa Clara County Aging & Adult Services Senior’s Agenda for welcoming me to this year’s summit. To create a more equitable California, we must implement and develop systems that help everyone thrive from childhood through their older years. (1/2)

Wishing you a happy Thanksgiving filled with friends, family, and good food 🦃🥧. I’m grateful for our community and for the privilege of serving you. Thank you to everyone working today to keep us safe and supported.

Team Berman had a chance to volunteer with Community Services Agency at their regular Monday food giveaway. Everyone went home with loads of fresh veggies and other groceries, as well as a chicken, turkey, or ham for the holiday. (1/2)

What a great morning in Saratoga! This was my 5th community coffee of 2025, and I’m always impressed to see so many community members show up! From wildfire mitigation to utility rates to supporting community college students, I love hearing directly from my constituents about what they care about.

As we enter the holiday season, charitable organizations and nonprofits are often lifelines to friends and neighbors in our communities who are struggling. (1/3)

15 years ago I had the chance to serve on the City of Palo Alto’s Infrastructure Blue Ribbon Commission, and our top recommendation was to build a new, seismically safe Public Safety Building. Yesterday the community got to celebrate the building’s grand opening. (1/2)

I was truly humbled to attend the San Mateo County Veterans Luncheon, honoring the brave men and women who have fought for our freedoms. It was inspiring to hear from five WWII veterans, one of whom was only 19 years old when he fought in D-Day. (1/2)

Our right to live in a free democracy is something we should never take for granted. Today, and every day, we honor the brave men and women who stood tall for our freedom. Thank you to all our veterans.

If you or someone you know needs food assistance during the CalFresh/SNAP benefit freeze, help is available. Visit my website for state and local resources, or call 211 to connect with a local food program. (1/2)

Trump’s blatant lie about the validity of our election and CA’s use of vote-by-mail is simply un-American.  I am proud to have written the law to make California a universal vote-by-mail state, and Trump's attempts to sow doubt in our voting system is dangerous to democracy — just like him.

Today’s my birthday, and my bday wish is for you to vote! Our democracy thrives when we all participate, so whether you vote by mail, drop off your ballot, or vote in person, make sure you vote. Visit vote.ca.gov to find your nearest polling location and make a plan to vote!

Amazing turnout at my 7th annual Senior Scam Stopper Seminar - over 750 constituents signed up! The world has changed a lot since the first time I hosted this event seven years ago, and our expert panel provided great tips to protect yourself and your loved ones from ever-evolving scams. (1/2)

It’s not too late to sign up for our Senior Scam Stopper Seminar tomorrow at 1! This is a great opportunity to learn how to protect yourself from both old and new scams! All are welcome to attend this free & virtual seminar! RSVP here: a23.asmdc.org/event/202510...

Bad actors are constantly coming up with new ways to try and scam us out of our money and we need to keep up! Sign up for my Senior Scam Stopper Seminar on Oct 28th! Seniors, their families, and caregivers are welcome to attend this free, virtual event! RSVP today: a23.asmdc.org/event/202510...

Today I was honored to be recognized by the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors for securing $76 million in Vehicle License Fee funds in this year’s budget. (1/2)

This morning I visited Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle School with @suplisagauthier.bsky.social to check out The.Circuit EPA and their work bridging technology and classroom learning. (1/2)

Today we are taking politics out of Californian’s utility bills and putting an end to the use of ratepayer funds for the political and promotional benefit of IOUs. (1/2)

So far in 2025, one person has been killed by gun violence every thirty-five minutes, which is absolutely unacceptable. I am proud to have partnered with @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov on AB 1078 to protect and strengthen California’s strong firearm laws and further prevent gun violence.

The Ban the Puppy Mill Pipeline bill package has been signed by @governor.ca.gov! Bringing a pet into your home is a big decision, and many of us love and treat our pets like they're a part of the family. (1/3)

A lot of excitement at the ribbon cutting for the El Camino Real Pavement Rehabilitation Project yesterday! (1/3)

CA has one of the most accessible and secure voting systems in the country, and with the @governor.ca.gov signature on my bill AB 5, we continue to build upon this success. I am proud to author this new law to set clear and achievable deadlines & provide all voters with more faith in our elections.

Today marks a historic leap forward for fairness & dignity on the job for hundreds of thousands of California workers who will now have the opportunity to join a union. I am honored to stand alongside rideshare drivers across the state, who never gave up in fighting for progress in the gig economy.

Every year for High Holidays, my synagogue puts out a book of reflections - poems or passages that congregants have submitted that they found meaningful. My custom has been to read them on Yom Kippur in the afternoon, and these three really spoke to me this year. G’mar Chatima Tovah.

Today, we recognize and honor the history, culture, and enduring contributions of California’s first people. This day serves as a reminder of our shared responsibility to acknowledge the past, uplift Indigenous voices, and work toward a more equitable future.

Shana Tova! May the coming year be filled with peace, health, and sweet beginnings 🍎🍯

Our 7th Annual Family Health & Wellness Fair was a huge success! We gave away thousands of pounds of food, thousands of diapers, hundreds of backpacks with school supplies, and providers administered flu & Covid shots and dental & vision screenings.

Today, our nation honors the memory of the nearly 3,000 lives lost and the countless heroes who responded with courage and compassion on September 11, 2001. Twenty-four years later, we will never forget.

Devastated by the murder of Charlie Kirk, and terrified for the future of our country. We must have political disagreement without political violence, or else this country will be torn apart.

This Labor Day, California honors the hardworking individuals, who are the foundation of our state. At a time when workers across the country are under attack by the federal government, California continues to fight for the rights of all workers.

One of my favorite events every year - my annual Youth Town Hall. It’s so important to give youth a space of their own to participate in their democracy and ask questions both of me, and of each other. Grateful to everyone who came out to participate in this youth-led conversation!

This morning I had the chance to speak to Chris Jansing of MSNBC about California’s plan to give voters the power to push back on Trump and Republicans steamrolling of our democracy across the country.

This is an existential threat, and it’s time for California to fight back.

Today, CA Democrats introduced the Election Rigging Response Act – CA’s response to Donald Trump & Texas Republicans' attempt to rig our democracy & disenfranchise voters. We didn’t choose this fight. We don’t want this fight. But with our democracy on the line, we cannot run away from this fight.

Amazing time in San Jose this morning! The promise of freedom and equality for all has never been fully realized in our nation, and every generation has had to step up — to organize, to mobilize, to speak out — to ensure that the United States lives up to its ideals. It’s our time. Happy 4th! 🇺🇸

The Republican war on immigrants continues. Your ability to be a citizen of the country you were born in should not be up to chance. It’s a right. This decision by the court is in no way equitable nor just, & will have severe repercussions for the rule of law & many communities across the nation.

JD, realizing no one has thought about him in months, throws some racist red meat to the masses to remind them he’s still a piece of 💩.

Huge turnout for this morning’s Menlo Park community coffee at CAFE Zoë. Thanks to everyone who came out to share your concerns about California being targeted by the Trump administration for constant political retribution and the steps Trump is taking towards authoritarianism.

At a time when so many communities of color are under attack, we are reminded that many essential freedoms are still out of reach for so many. While today we celebrate #juneteenth and the end of slavery, our collective fight against oppression and injustice are far from over.

Thousands on thousands turned out for today’s No Kings rally in Palo Alto! A Big, Beautiful, Boisterous rally in support of democracy and America! 🇺🇸

Our military and national guard members are some of the best among us, who serve from a duty to protect and defend America and its values. They know when they’re being used by a billionaire wannabe dictator who doesn’t respect them or the oath they swear. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

World leaders and allies don’t respect Trump. Ukraine launches a huge attack in Russia, but doesn’t give Trump a heads up. Israel launches a massive attack on Iran, but doesn’t give Trump a heads up. This would’ve been unthinkable from allies in prior administrations, but no one respects Trump.

Another terrifying leap towards authoritarianism as United States Senator Alex Padilla is thrown to the ground and arrested for asking questions at a press conference. This should be terrifying for anyone who loves this country and our democracy. @padilla.senate.gov