Tanya Flanagan Interviews Shenea Booth: Assembly District 22 Candidate and Cirque du Soleil Champion Discusses Her Path to Politics, Entertainer Advocacy, and Self-Care on the Campaign Trail

Tanya Flanagan interviews Shenea Booth, a candidate for Assembly District 22, about her background and campaign. Booth, a two-time world champion in acrobatic gymnastics and a long-time performer with Cirque du Soleil, discusses her journey into politics, driven by her experience during the pandemic and her advocacy for entertainers and performers. She highlights the challenges faced by independent contractors, the need for better safety nets, and the importance of representation in the legislature. Booth also shares her strategies for maintaining authenticity and self-care during her campaign, including meditation and therapy.