First Gen: A Memoir (Los Angeles)

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Join Alejandra Campoverdi, former White House aide to President Obama and Harvard graduate, on Thursday, September 21 at 7:00PM as she presents her riveting and unflinching memoir, "First Gen: A Memoir." This thought-provoking book delves into Campoverdi's personal journey as a first-generation Latina, navigating the challenges of social mobility. From her humble beginnings as a child of welfare to her remarkable rise as a candidate for U.S. Congress, Campoverdi shares her experiences and sheds light on the emotional tolls of being a trailblazer. In this powerful memoir, she explores the concept of generational inheritance, the pursuit of aspirations, and the longing for a sense of belonging. Join us at the Mark Taper Auditorium - Central Library in Los Angeles, located at 630 W 5th St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, for an evening of inspiration and self-reflection. This is an event you won't want to miss. Admission is free. Come and reclaim the parts of ourselves that we have sacrificed in order to survive.