Jaime Abeytia

The newest member of the KHRO family, Jaime Abeytia is a political columnist, blogger, and Chicano activist. Abeytia came on the local poltical scene through the blogosphere. He is the author of The Lion Star Blog, which is a blog covering local, state, and national politics, current events, pop culture, and analysis and editorials.

Abeytia grew up in a politically active family and was raised to be active in the political process. “My dad was a big influence in my life. He was an organizer for Cesar Chavez and the United Farmworker Movement. Dad was always an example of standing up to the powers that be for what is right and just. I couldn’t ask for a better mentor and role model”, Abeytia said.

Jaime says his show will be an extension of his blog and will reflect his individual style as a street-level activist. “My motto is ‘Speak Truth to Power’ and sometimes that means asking the tough questions, never taking yourself too seriously, and occassionally being a little irreverent”.

Abeytia is also a proud military veteran who served as a Noncommissioned Officer in the United States Army.

Jaime also has years of experience in the fields of social services, voter registration and education, workforce development, and political advocacy in the non-profit sector.

For talk radio with an attitude, tune in to The LionStar Live with Jaime Abeytia weekdays from 10am-1pm. Contact him directly at lionstar@thelionstarblog.com

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