Community Swearing-In of Sen. Laura Richardson Celebrates Determination, Diversity
The community swearing-in of State Sen. Laura Richardson showcased the economic prowess and cultural diversity of the 35th District during a June 7 celebration at The Enclave in Torrance. Local and state dignitaries in attendance included Congresswoman Maxine Waters (43rd Dist.) and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.
Community members were welcomed to the ceremony by a drum circle presented by the Earthlodge Center for Transformation in Long Beach. The event began with a color guard from the American Legion Auxiliary, Jackie Robinson Unit 252; an invocation by Pastor Warren G. Henderson, president of the Inglewood Area Ministers Association; and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Jaziel Galindo, treasurer of the Wilmington YMCA Youth and Government.