News & Views
How do you testify before the U.S. Congress, pitch a news story, run a business, show up in your community, fund a campaign, and still find time for Italian meatballs?
You learn to prioritize—and you learn to tell the truth. These posts are my take on what’s happening right now and the reinvigoration that came when I finally made time for myself. Explore the categories below—I’d love to hear from you.
Appointed, Elected, and Setting the Standard
Contra Costa County Supervisor Candace Andersen joins Judy Lloyd on the Purple Inspiration Podcast.With 14 years on the Board of Supervisors, former Danville Mayor, and Morgan Hill Council member, Candace shares her path from appointed office to county leadership.She...
Appointed, Elected, and Setting the Standard
Contra Costa County Supervisor Candace Andersen joins Judy Lloyd on the Purple Inspiration Podcast.With 14 years on the Board of Supervisors, former Danville Mayor, and Morgan Hill Council member, Candace shares her path from appointed office to county leadership.She...
Appointed, Elected, and Setting the Standard
Contra Costa County Supervisor Candace Andersen joins Judy Lloyd on the Purple Inspiration Podcast.With 14 years on the Board of Supervisors, former Danville Mayor, and Morgan Hill Council member, Candace shares her path from appointed office to county leadership.She...
Appointed, Elected, and Setting the Standard
Contra Costa County Supervisor Candace Andersen joins Judy Lloyd on the Purple Inspiration Podcast.With 14 years on the Board of Supervisors, former Danville Mayor, and Morgan Hill Council member, Candace shares her path from appointed office to county leadership.She...
BART’s $376 Million Deficit Crisis: Why More Taxes Won’t Fix It
In this eye-opening episode of the Purple Inspiration Podcast, host Judy sits down with Deborah Allen — former BART Director, CPA, financial expert, and longtime public servant.Deborah served 8 years on the BART Board and brings an insider’s perspective on...
Building Consensus in a Divided World
In this episode, host Judy sits down with Margaret Liang — a respected community leader, board chair of the Tri-Valley APAPA chapter, Stanford Healthcare Tri-Valley board member, and longtime advocate for inclusive civic engagement.Leaders Rising Above the...

