Sergeant Aja Smith (Air Force-Ret.) is running for Congress in California’s 39th District. I had a wonderful opportunity to sit down with her and talk about Black History Month from her viewpoint as a Black woman and veteran. We discuss her family’s history of service in the armed forces, from World War II to Korea, Vietnam, and the Iraq War.

Here is a bite of that a conversation, along with her campaign video. If you’re in the 39th District, check out her website ajaforcongress.com and look over her platform. Part of that platform is Smith’s desire to support our veterans.

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In My Orbit with Jennifer Oliver O'Connell
In My Orbit with Jennifer Oliver O'Connell
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