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NSAw/EJ Ep 5- Jesse Ornelas
NSAw/EJ Ep 5- Jesse Ornelas
NSAw/EJ Ep 5- Jesse Ornelas
Tuesday 29th November 2022
Listen to Jesse Ornelas' journey from addiction and crime to advocacy and public service on 'Not So Anonymous with EJ Erreca'.
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Get the buttons here!From Streets to Seats: Jesse Ornelas' Path to Recovery and Public Service
I don't know if I believe in coincidences, I think that you know God's will had me go on this path that I was on, knowing that there's going to be young people that are going to use this knowledge that I acquired.
Ever wondered how someone can turn their life around from the depths of addiction and crime to become a community leader? In this episode of 'Not So Anonymous with EJ Erreca', Merced city council member Jesse Ornelas shares his incredible journey. Jesse's story is one of resilience, transformation, and the power of community support. He opens up about his turbulent past, marked by drug use, incarceration, and violence, and how he found his way out of that dark period.
Growing up with a violent father and feeling lost in a new town, Jesse turned to drugs as a coping mechanism. This led him down a path of addiction and crime, eventually landing him in jail. But hitting rock bottom became a turning point. Through recovery programs and the support of his community, Jesse managed to break free from the cycle of addiction and violence.
He didn't just stop there; he channeled his experiences into advocacy, becoming a voice for the less fortunate in Merced. His story underscores the importance of education, spirituality, and reaching out for help. Jesse's transformation from a troubled youth to a respected politician is a powerful reminder that change is possible, no matter how dire the circumstances. Tune in to hear Jesse's inspiring tale of redemption and how he's now making a difference in his community.