You Should Run: Recent Episodes
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Discussions with people who have run for office to talk about what motivated them and why YOU should run for office too
The You Should Run Podcast returns with a new discussion featuring Haley Morrissette, candidate for State Representative in Florida. In this episode, Haley discusses issues such as education, housing, and insurance costs and why Florida is very much in play in the 2024 elections.
Listen, share, and learn more at www.runlikehale.com
Brandon Teague is an organizer in North Carolina, one of the most important states for the 2024 election. In this You Should Run Podcast, Brandon talks about outreach to young people, the changing politics in North Carolina, how extremism is pushing moderates away from the Republican Party, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
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Ashwin Ramaswami is running for the Georgia State Senate in 2024. He is offering unique perspectives as a 24 year old candidate, a computer programmer, and as potentially the first Indian-American state legislator in the history of Georgia.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Ashwin talks about what inspired him to run for office, including his opponent's role in trying to overturn the 2020 election. Ashwin discusses the changing politics of Georgia, appealing to voters across generations, making realistic campaign promises, and the value of running for office.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Ashwin at www.AshwinforGeorgia.com
Christopher Proia is a working class candidate for the Florida State Senate. In this You Should Run Podcast, Chris talks about what motivated him to run for office, addressing housing costs, protecting the environment, and pushing back against a partisan Republican governor and legislature.
Listen, share, subscribe, and follow Christopher Proia at: https://www.christopher-proia.com/
The most important state in the nation in the 2024 elections may just be North Carolina. In this week's You Should Run Podcast, North Carolina State Representative Julie von Haefen talks about the stakes in this year's elections, what motivated her to run for office, fighting for quality education for all, and advocating for abortion rights.
Listen, subscribe, and share today and follow Julie online at @JulieforNC
Darren Staley is a Democrat running for the State Senate in North Carolina in one of the most Republican areas of the state. Despite the challenging politics, Darren has a deep connection to his community and feels a responsibility to run to give them a strong alternative.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Darren talks about why ever election matters. He talks about how his economic situation pushed him to be involved in politics and why that resonates with other voters. Darren also talks about how important the elections are in North Carolina in 2024 and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen, subscribe, share, and follow Darren online at www.staleforncsenate.com
Chris Massicotte has over 20 years of experience in politics. Now he is using that experience to run for office himself as he seeks a position on the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners in Florida.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Chris talks about what he's learned about politics and policy in his long campaign career, how to campaign to our audience, and issues that affect his Florida community, including housing, sustainability, the environment, and more.
Listen, share, subscribe, and follow Chris at www.chrisformonroe.com
Phil Carter is an Air Force veteran running for the Florida State Senate. In this You Should Run Podcast, Phil talks about what motivated him to run for office, the lessons he's learned from serving his country, getting through partisan gridlock, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Phil at his website at www.pcarterforFlorida.com
Nevada Assemblyman Max Carter joins the You Should Run Podcast to talk about his experiences running for office, his advocacy through his union, and what's he's learned as an elected official. In this episode, Max talks about defying expectations, the importance of having strong women in office, mental health, and the value of state government.
Listen, share, subscribe, and follow Max at www.carter4nv.com
Kristen Washington joins the You Should Run Podcast to talk about her run for State Representative in Texas to flip a seat from Republican to Democrat.
In this episode, we talk about the changing politics in Texas, education, the power of local government, contesting every seat, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Kristen on her website at https://kristenwashington.com/
Dustin Czarny has a great deal of knowledge and experience when it comes to elections. He is the elected Elections Commissioner for the Onondaga County Board of Elections and serves as the Democratic Caucus Chair for the New York State Election Commissioners Association.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Dustin talks about the recent court changes to the New York state Congressional maps, his thoughts on what makes for fair districts, how to grow trust in the electoral system, and why democracy is important.
Listen, share, and subscribe and follow Dustin at https://dustinczarny.com/
Thank you to the Outrun Coalition for helping to coordinate this discussion.
In order to understand the upcoming 2024 elections, it is important to understand the data and trends from past elections. Zachary Donnini from Decision Desk joins the You Should Run Podcast in this episode to discuss topics such as education polarization, demographic changes, how certain elections changed the course of electoral coalitions, and why candidates matter.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Decision Desk at: https://decisiondeskhq.com/
While many voters focus their attention on the President and Congress, many of the most important issues and elections are happening in state legislatures across the country. In 2022, Democrats flipped legislative chambers in Michigan, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania and made significant gains in other states as well.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Heather Williams of the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee talks about the value of state legislatures, how to prepare to run for these seats, what the DLCC does to assist parties and candidates across the country, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen, share, and follow the DLCC at www.DLCC.org
State Representative Kadyn Wittman joins the You Should Run Podcast to talk about what inspired her to run for office in South Dakota and to encourage others to follow her path to public service too.
In this episode, Kadyn discusses the costs of running a legislative campaign, why it's important to run as a Democrat even when the odds are against you, and long term planning for the future of state politics. Rep. Wittman talks about practical ways to address homelessness, the frustrations of being shut out of the legislative process by state Republicans, pushing back against the culture war to focus on governing, and more.
Tune in and follow Kadyn Wittman at www.Kadynforhouse.com
Rhode Island State Representative David Morales knows how to handle a fight, both in the legislature and as a professional wrestler. In this You Should Run Podcast, Rep. Morales discusses his unique background and talks about the similarities between politics and wrestling, the state of politics in Rhode Island, and working across the aisle. Rep. Morales also talks about inspiration from his mother, housing issues, and how solutions to major problems can come from making current government programs work better.
Listen, share, and subscribe today and maybe YOU should run for office too.
Aftyn Behn is the Democratic nominee for State House District 51 in Tennessee. Before she can win that election and serve in the legislature, she joins the You Should Run Podcast to discuss a wide range of topics that motivate and inspire her, including:
- The advocacy of the "Tennessee Three" and efforts by concerned parents to protect kids from gun violence.
- Why progressives should fight for communities in conservative states, even if it is an uphill battle.
- Long term organizing to stop bad legislation in the short term and pass legislation for working families.
- Protecting LGBT rights.
- Pushing back against right-wing conspiracies.
- Keeping Tennessee from being a "Democracy Desert."
- Why YOU should run for office.
Listen, subscribe, and follow Aftyn on social media and at www.aftynbehn.com
Special thanks to Outrun Coalition for helping to organize this episode.
From an outsider perspective, Vermont seems like it should be a utopia for progressive politics. In this You Should Run Podcast, Vermont State Representative Tiffany Bluemle talks about the challenges and successes she has experienced in her time in elected government.
Representative Bluemle discusses issues like housing, mental health, gun safety, and making government more effective and efficient. She explains how having a part time legislature and a full time governor undercuts the power of of the legislature.
Listen, share, subscribe and maybe YOU could run for office too.
2023 is considered an "off year" election because of the lack of Presidential or Congressional races on the ballot, but the fact is that there are no "off years" in American politics.
Sam Shirazi joins the You Should Run Podcast to discuss the significance of this year's legislative elections in Virginia, how the politics have evolved in Virginia over the past 20 years, whether competitive elections make for better state parties, why every election matters, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
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Central Bucks School District in Pennsylvania has been one of the top locations for school board controversy in America. In this You Should Run Podcast, School Board member Karen Smith talks about the radical changes in her community, looking out for the education and health of the students in her district, pushing back on extremism, and why YOU should care about school board elections.
Listen and share and follow today.
Marist College professor Tommy Zurhellen walked across the United States to raise awareness of veterans issues. Now he's running for County Executive in Dutchess County, NY. As he walked the country, Tommy heard first hand about the consistent needs of veterans, young people, and seniors. Now he's using his experience and ideas to advocate for affordable housing solutions and services in his community.
Listen and share Tommy's story and follow him at www.Tommy4Dutchess.com
With a trifecta in state government, the Minnesota Democrats just completed perhaps their most successful legislative session in generations. In this You Should Run Podcast, State Senator Erin Murphy talks about how her years of experience in the legislature motivated her to maximize the time she had in the majority, how and when she encouraged candidates to run, and just what the Democrats were able to accomplish in 2023. The Minnesota Democrats passed bills to protect a woman's right to an abortion, expand healthcare, improve schools, and strengthen democracy and voting rights. Senator Murphy talks about the lessons from previous legislative sessions, the voices of new Democrats in the legislatures, encouraging others to participate, building relationships across the aisle, and why YOU should consider running for office now.
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Sarah Reale was elected to the Utah State School Board in 2022 to advocate for quality education for all students and strong public schools. In this You Should Run Podcast, the Salt Lake native talks about what motivated her to run for office, the community benefit of public schools, pushing back on legislation that will cut school funding, making all students feel welcome amid ongoing culture wars, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Sarah has long been a passionate defender of schools. She is the first LGBT member of the State School Board and she loves biking and enjoying the beautiful Utah nature with her girlfriend.
Sue Anderbois is one of the newest members of City Council in Providence, RI, and she's already addressing big issues for her city and beyond. In this You Should Run Podcast, Sue talks about why voters should care about city government, how cities can make an impact on climate change, and solutions on housing. Listen, share, subscribe and maybe YOU should run for office too.
New Mexico State Representative Andrea Romero strongly values public service. In this You Should Run Podcast, Representative Romero talks about her New Mexico roots, how New Mexico has evolved and adapted over the years, and why she decided to run for office herself.
Representative Romero recorded this discussion the day that former President Donald Trump was formally arraigned for federal charges and she shares her perspective as a legislator who takes elected service seriously.
Other topics in this podcast include the diversity of New Mexico, how funding education brings opportunities to focus on broader issues, water access, working across the aisle, lowering the barrier to entry for young candidates, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen, share, and follow Rep. Romero across all social media channels.
Greg Perry is a son of North Charleston, South Carolina and now he is taking the leap to run for city council. In this episode of the You Should Run Podcast, Greg talks about lessons of civic and social responsibility that he learned from his mother that carry him through to today. He also talks about issues from trust in policing to an economy that works for all parts of his city to progress in affordable housing. As Greg says, "First you have to be a notebook, then you can be a textbook."
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Greg online at: https://votegregperry.com/
Arizona State Representative Nancy Gutierrez is the latest elected legislator who started out as a teacher. In this You Should Run Podcast, Nancy talks about what motivated her to run for office, what she learned as a candidate, and why YOU should run for office.
Other topics include:
What is more challenging: being a first time candidate or first time legislator?
Comparing Arizona's politics to Florida.
Defining success in elected office.
Why State Legislatures are so important and what voters should understand about state government.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Nancy on social media @NancyforAZ
Mickey Dollens went from high school and college football player to oil worker to teacher to Oklahoma State Representative. Every step of his journey gave him perspective to be the legislator he is today.
In this You Should Run Podcast episode, Rep. Dollens talks about what motivated him to run for state representative, the uphill battle for Democrats in Oklahoma, taking care of mental health, how to be a public servant first, using Tik Tok and Twitter to bring attention to issues, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen and share and follow Rep. Dollens @MickeyDollens
Armin Thomas, better known as Thorongil on Twitter, spends his time and expertise making sense of elections for split-ticket.org. In this You Should Run Podcast, Armin talks about the trends in America's electoral politics, some of which go back decades, and whether candidates truly can buck those trends.
Other topics in the podcast include understanding state politics, giving honest analysis while staying true to your personal beliefs, and why people should run for office and build for long term progress in their communities. Listen and share and follow Armin on Election Twitter @Thorongil
In 2022, Laura Terech went from the classroom to the Arizona state legislature after a successful campaign in one of the most contentious states for politics. Today she is working on bipartisan solutions on education and keeping communities safe.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Representative Terech talks about the changing politics in Arizona, the ongoing work to protect and defend democracy, how to improve state government, and, of course, why YOU should run for office too.
Listen, share, and follow Laura on social media @lauraforAZ
While some state legislatures are taking a hard right, states like Minnesota are using new Democratic majorities to pass progressive legislation. In this You Should Run Podcast, Minnesota State Senator Liz Boldon talks about her journey to the legislature and why it is important to take action while you have the opportunity to do good things.
Senator Boldon talks about her work on healthcare, LGBT rights, protecting democracy, and, of course, why YOU should run for office too. Listen and share today and follow Liz on social media @LizBoldonMN
Monica D'Antonio from Norristown Area School District is here to share why school boards are so important and what you should know about the issues impacting education today.
In this episode, Monica discusses why she ran for school board, her many responsibilities as a school board director, what the top issues are for school districts in 2023, how schools have changed over the last 40 years, addressing inequality, responding to critics of schools, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
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School boards are now some of the most contentious elections in America, with battles over what is allowed to be taught, book bans, funding, and more. In this You Should Run Podcast, Dana Foley talks about what motivated her to run for school board in Central Bucks School District in Bucks County, PA.
There has been great controversy in the Central Bucks School District over the past few years, from COVID restrictions to freedom of expression for teachers to protecting LGBTQ students.
Dana talks about the team she is running with in this year's election, building trust among families and teachers, and the impact that school boards have on communities.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Dana today
Jade Harris is looking to bring youth and new ideas to the Virginia legislature. In this You Should Run Podcast, we talk about what Jade Harris has learned in local government as a Vice Mayor, how to be friendly without compromising values, pushing back against extremism, fighting for rural Virginia, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
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Ashley Aune was inspired to run for office following her work with Moms Demand Action to address gun violence. As a State Representative in Missouri, she is standing up against far-right legislation while working to address needs in her community.
In this You Should Run Podcast episode, Rep. Aune talks about her motivations for running, being effective as a member of the minority party, protecting abortion rights, some of the negative aspects of term limits, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen, share, subscribe, and follow Rep. Aune on social media @Ashley4MO
How can someone measure success while in the minority in a legislature? What's the difference between being effective and being right? In this You Should Run Podcast, South Carolina State Representative Spencer Wetmore answers these questions and more as she encourages YOU to consider running for office.
Rep. Wetmore talks about her past work as prosecutor, protecting coastal communities, protecting abortion right, and more.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Spencer Wetmore across Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Montana State Representative Jonathan Karlen joins the You Should Run Podcast to talk about policies affecting Montana communities and how Montana's issues connect to the rest of the country. In this episode, Representative Karlen talks about the needs and concerns of rural communities, the growing diversity of Montana, building alliances across the political aisle while staying true to your values, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen, share, subscribe, and follow Jonathan on Twitter @KarlenforHD96
Civil Rights are always a hot topic of discussion in politics. From government surveillance to LGBT rights to free speech, there are regular debates about civil liberties and what should and should not be allowed.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Andy Hoover discusses his work with the ACLU in Pennsylvania, how legislation impacts civil liberties, what makes for successful advocacy, and why you should demand and expect legislators to consider the impact of civil rights when they write bills and run for office.
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In 2020, Deb Andraca unseated a Republican to win a seat in the Wisconsin State Assembly, one of the most gerrymandered legislatures in the entire country. In this You Should Run Podcast, she talks about what motivated her to run, where she received help and resilience from friends, and her efforts to stand up for issues like gun safety and abortion rights. Assemblywoman Andraca also discusses the importance of an upcoming State Supreme Court race in Wisconsin, why everyone should vote, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen and share and follow Deb Andraca on social media @DebforWI
The You Should Run Podcast returns with a new episode featuring Montana State Representative Paul Tuss. In this episode, Rep. Tuss talks about being a Democrat in a state controlled by Republicans, the diverse politics of Montana, creating policies to assist aging communities, and, of course, why YOU should run for office too.
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Local school board elections are taking on national importance. In this You Should Run Podcast, Nick Gothard talks about what motivated him to run for school board in Loudoun County, VA. Nick responds to the major questions facing education today, from making sure all kids can read to addressing issues of diversity and equity. The average age of a school board member in the United States is 56. Nick talks about what it means to have younger people run for school board seats in Virginia and across the country.
Listen, share, and subscribe and follow Nick to learn more from him at @NickGothardVA
Jason Salus is a County Treasurer and new Montgomery County Democratic Party Chairman. In this You Should Run Podcast, Jason talks about what a Party Chair does, why committee people matter, the value of running for local office, and why Montgomery County is the key to winning the Keystone State. We also discuss how the politics of Montgomery County and Pennsylvania as a whole has changed over the last 30 years and what it means for people to switch their party registrations over the last 7 years.
Listen, share, subscribe, and maybe YOU should run for office too.
State legislative elections are some of the most important races in the United States, not just in 2022, but every year. Dan Almoney saw that his conservative Republican State Representative in Central PA did not have an opponent and he decided that voters deserved a choice, so he made the choice to run for office.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Dan Almoney talks about the impact of overturning abortion rights on elections in Central PA, the effects of media changes in smaller communities, how voters are responding to the major elections in 2022, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Dan on Twitter @DanforPA92
Jessica Miranda ran for local office to improve education in her community. After serving on school board, Jessica saw that if she wanted to make a big difference for education, she would need to make changes in the state legislature, and that is what motivated her to run for the Ohio State House.
When Jessica first flipped her State House seat, she won by just a few dozen votes. In this You Should Run Podcast, she talks about the directions of both the Democratic and Republican parties in Ohio and how her election win may be viewed today. She talks about the kinds of changes needed to education in Ohio, combating extremism, and encouraging more people to run for office.
Listen, share, and subscribe and follow Jessica on Twitter @JessicaEMiranda
Precious McKesson was the first black woman to cast one of Nebraska's electoral votes when she provided the 306th vote for President Biden and Vice President Harris in 2020. But before she did that, Precious was leading Democratic organizing efforts for approximately 20 years. Now she is leading again, this time as Executive Director for the Nebraska Democratic Party.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Precious shares her knowledge and perspectives on:
- What motivated her to first get involved in politics
- Recent special election results in Nebraska and New York
- The impact that overturning abortion rights is already having in Nebraska
- How organizers helped Joe Biden win an electoral vote in Nebraska in 2020
- The importance of President Biden's directive on student loans
- Encouraging young people to run for office
Listen, share, and follow Precious online @MsPMcKesson
Michigan State Senator Jeremy Allen Moss joins the You Should Run Podcast to talk all things Michigan. In this episode, Senator Moss talks about what motivated him to run for office in the first place and why it was important to him to see more young voices in politics. Senator Moss talks about the current divisions in politics and the challenges of governing with the people who you are trying to defeat in elections. He also discusses what makes the Michigan Democratic Party successful, standing up to extremism, and why YOU should run for office.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow at @JeremyAllenMoss on Twitter
The You Should Run Podcast usually focuses on why and how people should run for office. In this episode, Ezra Thrush from Penn Future talks about policy from a different direction. Ezra discusses the major successes for environmental protection in the recently passed Pennsylvania state budget. We talk about how climate and conservation touch every level of government and how the conversations change depending on the audience, but the goals remain the same. We also talk about the benefits of the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act.
Issue advocacy is incredibly important and can be very effective, even on areas that seem contentious like the environment. Listen to Ezra and follow him on Twitter @EzraThrush to connect and learn more.
Elected office is supposed to be about public service, and Ohio State Representative Casey Weinstein's life and family is all about service.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Casey Weinstein talks about his start in local office and how that has given him the ability to prioritize passing policy vs focusing on partisanship. Casey talks about the challenges of being in the minority party in Ohio, successfully passing bills to help veteran families, pushing back against extremism, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Casey Weinstein on Twitter at @RepWeinstein and follow the podcast at @YouShouldRunPod
There are over 500,000 elected positions in the United States. People pay attention to the President and Congress, but local office offers a way to create direct change on our communities and experiment with solutions that can have a wider impact.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Jonathan Grieder talks about his experience as a Council member in Waterloo, IA. He has used his opportunity as a younger local official to push for creative policies on making childcare more affordable and available, addressing climate change, and more. At a time when the national problems seem too big to tackle, Jonathan's experience shows that there is a lot of power in local government.
We also discuss the great work of organizations like Run for Something, starting out in politics, and why more young people in office is a good thing.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Jonathan on Twitter @Grieder4wloo
State legislatures have never been more important, which is why candidates like Lisa Borowski in Delaware County, PA, have never been more important either. The Pennsylvania legislature is looking to pass bans on abortion rights and continue to cast doubts on elections. In this You Should Run Podcast, Lisa answers questions about the pressure to win her election for state representative, what inspired her to run for local office, the changing politics of the Philly suburbs, reactions from voters after the Supreme Court decision on abortion, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen, share, vote, and follow Lisa on Twitter @lisaborowski
There are over 500,000 elected positions in the United States, from the President and Congress to lesser known roles. In this You Should Run Podcast, Mohammed Alyajouri talks about his work on the Portland Community College Board of Directors, why this role is so important, and how he became possibly the first elected Muslim in Oregon. We talk about the pandemic, inspiring others to public service, and why YOU should run.
Listen, share, and subscribe today! Follow Mohamed on Twitter @Alyajouri
Nevada State Senator Dallas Harris knows both the challenges and promises of state government. In this You Should Run Podcast, Senator Harris talks about Nevada being the first and so far only state to have a majority female legislature and what that means for governing. She also discusses how she has been productive in a part time legislature, how lobbying groups work effectively, and making elected office more attainable for working people.
This is a conversation you will not want to miss. Listen, share, and subscribe today and follow Senator Harris on Twitter @DallasHarrisNV
There are over 500,000 elected offices in the United States, from Congress to constable. In this You Should Run Podcast, Holly Kim talks about what her important work as Lake County Treasurer in Illinois. Holly talks about how her parents instilled the values of civic engagement and how offices like treasurer can transcend typical partisan politics to make a real difference in the lives of others.
Listen, share, and subscribe today and maybe YOU will want to run for office too.
Before she was elected to office, Arizona State Senator Christine Marsh was Teacher of the Year. Now she is using her many skills from teaching to advocate for families in the State Senate.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Senator Marsh talks about why she decided to run for office and why it is important to run for office again today. She talks about standing up against extremism in politics, working on issues like protecting young people from drugs, the impact of overturning Roe vs Wade, and more. Listen, share, and subscribe now and follow Christine on Twitter @ChristinePMarsh
Joseph Jones has two decades of experience in the political world, from campaigns to the Harkin Institute to his current role on council in Windsor Heights, Iowa. In this You Should Run Podcast, Joseph talks about his travels to all 50 states, how politics have changed in Iowa in the past 20 years, the work of local government, and places to find optimism at a time when things seem extra challenging.
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Santa Clause is coming to.... Congress? That's right, Santa Claus is running for Congress in Alaska and he's asking for your vote.
In this You Should Run Podcast, we learn about the extraordinary real life of the real Santa Claus of North Pole, Alaska, and why he's decided to throw his red hat into the ring for public office. Santa has very real experience advocating for children and working on policing and public safety. He's hoping to inspire others and work on issues from medical marijuana to criminal justice reform.
Listen, share, subscribe, and follow Santa on Twitter @SantaClausforAK
Bettina Umstead is the Chair of Durham Public Schools. While education policy has always involved challenges, the past few years have been even more difficult for educators during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Bettina talks about what motivated her to run for office, getting young people involved in school boards, making Durham schools a safe and welcoming environment for students of all backgrounds, and pushing back on the growing attacks on public education.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Bettina on Twitter and other platforms @BettinaUmstead
Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon joins the You Should Run Podcast to talk about her new Congressional district, her inspiration for running for office, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
In this episode, the Congresswoman talks about the tangible victories she has achieved in Congress, working on behalf of the unique needs of her district, child care, the benefit of having more women in government, working across the aisle in a time of intense partisanship, and more.
Listen, share, subscribe, and follow Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon on Twitter @RepMGS and follow this podcast at @YouShouldRunPod
Secretary of State offices are some of the most important elections in the country. With issues from gerrymandered maps to access to the ballot box, this office is key to defending democracy.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Chelsea Clark shares why she is running for Ohio Secretary of State in 2022. Chelsea is a City Council member in Forrest Park, OH, and she has been active in many political and social groups for years. She talks about her depth of experience, the ongoing attacks on voter access in Ohio, the challenges of running for a state office, her thoughts on the new Supreme Court Justice, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen, subscribe, share, and follow Chelsea Clark on Twitter @ChelseaforOhio
The You Should Run Podcast goes back to Connecticut for a wide ranging discussion with CT State Rep Mary Welander. In this episode, Rep. Welander talks about bipartisanship, protecting children, her decision to run for office, promoting more women in government, and her favorite pizza.
Topics also include whether CT Dems should be as aggressive with their state legislative majority as Republicans are with majorities in other states, crossover districts, and what kind of political atmosphere we want to build and why.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Rep. Welander on social media @WelanderforCT and follow this podcast on Twitter @YouShouldRunPod
The 2022 election has now officially begun in Pennsylvania. Tom Kohler joins the You Should Run Podcast to discuss the redistricting process in PA, petitions, the difference in Congressional vs state legislative lines, whether there are any incentives left for people to work together across party lines, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen, share, and subscribe and follow Tom at @TomKohlerUM and follow this podcast at @YouShouldRunPod
People outside of Illinois have a lot of opinions about Illinois and Chicago politics. State Representative Kam Buckner brings a first hand account about the progress in the legislature and why YOU should be encouraged to run for office as well.
In this episode, Kam talks about what brought him to be involved in politics and to become an elected official. He talks about why he had initial apprehensions about it and what made him feel confident that this was and remains the right choice. Kam discusses his work on criminal justice and civil liberties, while respecting the important role of police in his state. Listen for some challenging questions at the end as well.
Share, listen, subscribe and follow Kam Buckner on Twitter at @RepKamBuckner
Chol Majok was born in South Sudan, where he became one of the famous "Lost Boys" and came to the United States as a child refugee in 2001. His journey guided him to a life of public service, including being elected to council in Syracuse, NY, and now a campaign for Congress.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Chol talks about how his father inspired him to pursue public service, the teachers who encouraged him, how being a refugee gives him a unique perspective to appeal to voters of all backgrounds, and, of course, why YOU should run for office too.
Listen, share, subscribe and learn more about Chol Majok at www.CholforCongress.com
Colin Flanagan is running for State Representative in Ohio, but, as of today, even he can't be exactly sure which district he will be running in this election! That is due to the roller coaster story of Ohio redistricting.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Colin Flanagan talks about what made him a Democrat, why he is running for office, focusing on economic and working class issues, the challenges of 2022 redistricting, and, of course, why YOU should run.
Listen, subscribe and share and make sure to follow Colin on Twitter @colinflanaganOH
SJ Donofrio has worked on over a dozen campaigns across the country, seeing the good, bad, and ridiculous along the way. Now she is using her experience to educate others about American political life and the challenges of today's political climate with a YouTube channel called Get Ready with America where she talks about what is happening in every single state in the run up to the next election.
Listen, share, and subscribe and watch her videos today at: https://www.youtube.com/c/SarahJaneDonofrio/videos
Kentucky State Representative Cherylynn Stevenson takes no vote for granted. In this You Should Run Podcast, she discusses her advocacy for education, the challenges with redistricting, rural and suburban organizing, effectively pushing back against the majority in government, and, of course, why YOU should run.
Listen, share, and make sure to follow Cherylynn on Twitter @CherlynnforKY
The You Should Run Podcast moves back west as John Bauters, Mayor of Emeryville, CA, joins to discuss the ongoing progress in his town to inspire others to run for local office. In this episode, Mayor Bauters shares his experience and perspective on affordable housing, collaborating with all levels of government, intergenerational organizing, advances in LGBT rights, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Mayor Bauters on Twitter @JohnBauters
According to many pundits, there are red states and blue states and Biden areas and Trump areas. Republicans are unlikely to win in places that voted strongly for Joe Biden and Democrats can't win in places that voted strongly for Donald Trump.
The Outrun Coalition is looking to change that narrative by encouraging and training Democratic candidates to run and win in rural and small town America. In this You Should Run Podcast, Paolo Cremidis and Eric Ball, a Trustee in Walton, NY, talk about the work of competing in these districts and what it takes to build trust and win to "outrun" the top of the ballot in elections.
Listen, share, subscribe and maybe you will be inspired to run for office too!
Follow The Outrun Coalition on Twitter @TheOutrunCo
For the first time in human history, there will soon be more people older than 65 than under 18. This is a dramatic shift for civilization and the human species and it is happening across the globe.
Bradley Schurman explains why this is happening and what it will mean for society overall in The Superage, a newly published book that attempts to explain how we got to this situation and what it will mean for global economies, politics, and more.
Instead of focusing on worries and concerns, Bradley sees many reasons for optimism and a positive rethinking of what it means to be "old" and how intergenerational coalitions could be the wave of the future.
Listen, share, and subscribe and learn more about The Superage at: https://www.thesuperage.com/book
In 2018, Conor Lamb shocked the pundits by winning a special election for US Congress in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, PA, winning a seat that was seen as solidly Republican. Now he is running for another open seat, this time for US Senate in Pennsylvania. Before any votes are cast though, he's joining the You Should Run Podcast to talk about his story and ideas.
Topics include:
- What motivated Conor to run for office in the first place
- How he has changed since his first run for office
- Running on results vs slogans
- Addressing the opioid epidemic
- Bipartisanship in the aftermath of January 6
- Climate change
- Union support and work on the American Rescue Plan
- Caring for 21st Century veterans
- And more!
Tune in now, share, subscribe, and follow Congressman Conor Lamb online at @ConorLambPA
In this You Should Run Podcast, Blake Allen joins the discussion to share his experience on Democratic campaigns. We go into detail about combating doomerism, campaigning in every district, appealing to rural voters, maintaining a focus on progress, favorite online follows and more!
Listen, share and subscribe and follow Blake on Twitter @Blake_allen13
Amanda Cappelletti began running for the Pennsylvania State Senate just before the COVID-19 pandemic began. In this wide-ranging You Should Run Podcast discussion, Senator Cappelletti talks about her political upbringing and what she learned from jumping from local government to state government.
Topics include:
Bridges
The benefits and costs of bipartisanship
Redistricting
The value of different perspectives in public office, from experts in public health to a lack of knowledge on the tech industry
Electing more women to office and what changes may result by having a majority female legislature
Maternal health and helping mothers and fathers after pregnancy loss
Not giving up and focusing on the 2022 elections.
Follow Amanda on social media @amandaforpa
Quinton Law is the youngest and first black councilman in Moorestown, NJ, history. In this You Should Run Podcast, Quinton shares about what makes those milestones significant and how he was motivated by the killing of Trayvon Martin and organizing around Black Lives Matter.
Quinton discusses having hope in the face of fear and doom, the nuts and bolts of local organizing and policy making, and the impact that younger voices can have if they show up and run for office.
Listen, share, and subscribe and follow Quinton on social media @quintonlaw
After the 2020 Census, Montana is gaining a Congressional seat, which creates an opportunity for new candidates to run for office.
Tom Winter is looking to take his experience in Montana state government to run for Congress in 2022. In this You Should Run Podcast, Tom talks about how his mother's activism instilled a strong political awareness. He talks about the challenges of part time legislatures, encouraging young people to run for office, the effects of climate change in Montana, and why Democrats should show small towns that they are there for them.
Listen, share, subscribe and make sure to follow Tom on social media @WinterforMT
Lisa Ward has worked behind the scenes for many campaigns and causes for over 20 years. Now she is running for State Senate in Alabama for the same reason many other candidates throw their hat in the ring - incumbents taking their districts for granted and not listening to the needs of their constituents.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Lisa talks about how she came to run for office, why rural organizing is so important, how no voters should be taken for granted, and, of course, why YOU should run or office.
Listen, share, and subscribe and follow Lisa on Twitter @lisaward4senate
Running for office in 2021 is much different than running for office 20, 10, or even 5 years ago. In this You Should Run Podcast, Lauren Henson of New Heights Communications talks about the various ways that candidates can successfully navigate the social media, be authentic and reliable communicators, and stay on message. We also discuss the perspectives of young voters, combating "doomerism," and reasons to be hopeful in the months and years to come.
Listen, subscribe, and share and follow Lauren on Twitter @laurenhtexas and follow this podcast at @youshouldrunpod
Education has become a major flashpoint in American politics in 2021, with contentious school board meetings and elections across the country. In this You Should Run Podcast, Devin Del Palacio talks about his experience as an at-large member of the Tolleson Union High School Governing Board in Arizona, what prompted him to run for office in the first place, and looking out for students, parents, and school board members.
Devin is also Chair of the National Black Council of School Board Members. He has a lot of experience maintaining a positive, forward outlook even in the midst of very contentious meetings. He wants to improve education for all and encourage others to run for school board wherever they live for the benefit of all kids.
Listen, subscribe, and share today and maybe YOU should run or office too.
Colorado State Representative David Ortiz has an incredible perspective as a disable veteran and activist who has been using his life experience to connect with voters and other legislators.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Representative Ortiz talks about his motivation for running for office, the challenges of running as a first time candidate without a large financial network, forming coalitions with differing groups, disability rights, and why YOU should run for office too. Listen, share and subscribe today and follow David on Twitter @DavidDOrtizCO
Ras Smith's mother is a former military police officer who became a pastor and his father spent 40 years working for John Deere as an active member of his union. Through a life focused on farming, education, working class issues, labor rights, and social justice, Ras was already heavily involved in all aspects of politics and society in Iowa before he successfully ran for the state legislature in 2016.
Now Ras is running for Governor with a legislative resume and a focus on the future.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Ras talks about what motivated him to run for office the first time and how he decided to run statewide for 2022. He shares his successes in building trust and unity behind issues like criminal justice reform and his vision for passing solutions on clean water, education, and good jobs. He even shares some of his views on favorite professional wrestlers.
Listen, subscribe, and share and follow Ras on Twitter and other social media @RasforIowa
Timothy Ragland returned to Talladega and saw a community that needed help. So he decided to run for Mayor and won in a very close election.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Mayor Tim talks about making Talledega, AL, a community that attracts people and businesses, bringing in tech jobs by partnering with colleges and schools in the region, imposter syndrome, being a young voice in a high profile office, building trust during a pandemic, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen, share, subscribe and make sure to follow Mayor Tim on Twitter @TimothyLRagland
Gloria Johnson is a Tennessee State Representative, retired special education teacher, healthcare advocate, ally of public schools, and now a featured guest on the You Should Run Podcast.
In this You Should Run episode, Gloria Johnson shares her personal story in politics, from seeing political action in other states to organizing for Presidential candidate Barack Obama to becoming a County Chair in Tennessee. She also discusses how her convictions have made her a political target from the opposition, the impact of COVID, how the political is also personal, the trends in her state and the challenges of appealing to rural voters.
Since Gloria Johnson is from Knox County, we also share her perspective on how a professional wrestler is overseeing her community with a very rigid ideology.
This is a can't miss episode of the You Should Run Podcast, so don't forget to download, listen, and share. Follow Gloria on Twitter @VoteGloriaJ
Government should be representative of the population, and young people are very unrepresented in elected office today. Austin Marsman is looking to change that. Today, Austin is a trustee on the Board of Education and now he's running for Allegan County Commissioner in Michigan.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Austin talks about the viewpoints of young people in politics, changing the complexion of government, why local office is so important, and, of course, why YOU should run.
Listen, share, and follow Austin on Twitter @AustinMarsman
Everybody in America seems to have an opinion of Chicago, whether good or bad. In this You Should Run Podcast, Chicago Alderman Matt Martin talks about the realities of Chicago politics, including addressing crime and racial justice, understanding issues at the very local level, the impacts of environmental policy on cities, infrastructure and more.
The You Should Run Podcast has featured elected officials and candidates at all levels of government, but this may be one of the most valuable and interesting conversations to date. Don't miss this conversation with Matt Martin.
Follow Matt on Twitter @AldMattMartin
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In 2020, Marie Pinkney unseated a multi-decade Democratic incumbent in a primary election for Delaware State Senate. She was able to convince voters to make a change during a pandemic, when traditional campaigning was challenging. How did she do it? And why take on what seems like such an uphill battle?
In this You Should Run Podcast, Delaware State Senator Marie Pinkney talks about the many issues that motivated her to run for office, from her work in healthcare as a social worker to the negativity brought forth by Donald Trump to issues like gun violence. When she was sworn in, Marie brought new, progressive energy and gained many friends along the way. How is that working now? What does she consider to be a successful time in office? And, of course, why should YOU run for office too?
Listen to this episode of the You Should Run Podcast to hear answers to these questions and more from Senator Pinkney, subscribe and share, and follow her on Twitter @Marie4Senate today.
The time to focus on midterm elections in 2022 is now and Michigan State Rep. candidate Noah Arbit knows that he cannot waste one minute if he wants to win a competitive election and flip his district.
In this podcast, we talk about Noah's work on behalf of other Michigan candidates, being prepared for a contentious and expensive campaign, why people should pay attention to legislative races now, how his Jewish faith motivates him to make a difference in his community, and the polarization and extremism that threatens politics in Michigan and across the country.
Listen, share, and subscribe to the podcast today and follow Noah on Twitter @NoahArbit
Nina Liang was born and raised in Quincy, Massachusetts and now she serves as President of Quincy City Council and leads efforts to promote women running for office through Emerge MA. Her current roles are not what she expected of herself growing up, and she hopes that her story will encourage others to find their place in political life.
In this You Should Run Podcast discussion, Nina talks about what motivated her to become a first time candidate, what you can accomplish in local government, making sure every community is represented in the halls of power, and, of course, why YOU should run for office too.
Listen, share, and subscribe today and follow Nina on Twitter @Nina_liang and follow the podcast on Twitter @YouShouldRunPod
With COVID cases surging all summer in Florida, Mike Harvey joins the You Should Run Podcast to discuss why he is running for the State Senate in Florida. In this episode, Mike talks about his family's personal struggles with COVID, how politics became so partisan and divisive, and how to look after everyone regardless of their political affiliation.
Listen, share, and subscribe and follow Mike on Twitter @electmikeharvey
The You Should Run Podcast goes back to Maryland with a special conversation with Baltimore City Council Member Zeke Cohen. In this episode, Zeke shares his personal story including how his faith instilled progressive values and how Baltimore welcomed him from the start.
Zeke talks about a wide range of issues that matter for Baltimore and beyond, from crime to helping young people with trauma to the impact that past racial issues like redlining continue to have today. We discuss the value of local office, how issues are interconnected, favorite seasons of The Wire, and, of course, why YOU should run.
Listen, share, subscribe and get involved today.
In 2019, Samantha Perlman became the youngest woman to win a seat on the Marlborough City Council in Massachusetts. She had already been active in promoting voting rights and other important issues, but, with some encouragement, she saw that if she wanted to get into politics, then she should run for office herself.
In this episode, we talk about the dynamics of local politics and how people view issues down ballot differently than just Democrat vs Republican. Samantha talks about how her plans for office took a turn after the COVID-19 pandemic and how she continues to stay engaged with her community. Local government is where the most important connections are made and it is the perfect place for younger voices to make an immediate impact.
Listen, share, and follow Samantha on Twitter @SamforMarlboro and follow this podcast at @youshouldrunpod
After surprising even himself by becoming the youngest person ever elected to office in Caroline, NY, Dominic Frongillo is leading a movement to inspire people at all levels of government to take the climate crisis seriously.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Dominic Frongillo talks about the impact that global warming will have on every community in the country, how local governments can implement policies that address carbon pollution, how to organize on climate issues, and why you can not only run as a climate champion, but you can win.
Dominic is talking to political leaders in every state for Elected Officials Protecting America. Learn more at https://protectingamerica.net/
Like, share, and subscribe and maybe YOU should consider running or office too. Follow this podcast on Facebook and on Twitter @YouShouldRunPod
You Should Run for office and PA State Rep. Jennifer O'Mara is here to tell you why. In this episode, we talk about the challenges and joys of elected office, including Rep. O'Mara's significant bipartisan victories for her district through the state budget process.
Jen O'Mara knew about the importance of politics from an early age, but she never planned to run herself. Listen as she explains her personal motivations for running, the importance of young voices in elected office, building more respect for women in politics, favorite Marvel TV shows, and more.
Listen, subscribe, share, and follow @RepOmara and @YouShouldRunPod on Twitter.
One of the most important issues in legislatures across the United States in 2021 is education, which is what makes the perspective of educator and North Carolina State Representative Ashton Clemmons so valuable.
In this You Should Run Podcast episode, Representative Clemmons talks about the events that led her to run for office, the need to make government more representative and the value of diverse views, and why YOU should run for office too.
Ashton Clemmons has extensive experience in education and she explains her thoughtful approach to what state goals should be for education and how to help achieve them as we look to the future and also how we can get more people to focus on all aspects of schools. There are many reasons to be concerned about the current state of politics in NC and across the country, but Ashton gives her reason to stay hopeful and involved and to not give up the fights.
Listen, subscribe, share, and follow Ashton on Twitter @Clemmons4NC
Alexandria Ayala is the first Latina to be elected to the Palm Beach County School Board. As she discusses in this You Should Run Podcast episode, this may be the most critical time ever to run for and serve on school boards, as education is becoming a lightning rod for far-right ideologues.
The average age of a school board member in America is 59 years old, yet the policies decided by school boards are wide ranging and directly impact parents of school age children. How do we get voters to prioritize school board elections and education policies? How do we make it easier for voices of all parents and students to be heard? Why is diversity in school policy so important and how can we promote more diverse candidates and ideas? With so much pressure and outrage directed towards elected leaders, how can we help their mental well being?
Alexandria Ayala touches on all of these questions and more in this episode as she explains why YOU should run for office.
Listen, subscribe, comment and share, and follow Alexandria on Twitter at @alexandriaayala
Perhaps no single state has the a political landscape as unique as Alaska. Legislative districts in Alaska can have the same landmass as some of the other 49 states. There are countless indigenous cultures, languages, and small towns, all with special challenges and needs.
In this You Should Run Podcast, State Senator Jesse Kiehl talks about the processes and changes that have led to the current state of Alaska politics. We discuss the strong independence that Alaska voters expect from their elected officials and how that impacts the political divide in the legislature.
Other topics include the dramatic effects of climate change in Alaska, policing issues for local communities that can't afford their own full time departments, using the budget to push for progressive policies or to stop bad plans, building coalitions, infrastructure, and why YOU should run for office.
This is one of the most wide ranging conversations yet on the You Should Run Podcast. Listen, share, and subscribe and follow Jesse on Twitter @JesseKiehl
Nevada is consistently a swing state at the Presidential level, but what about down ballot? In this You Should Run Podcast, Assemblyman Edgar Flores discusses the unique politics of Nevada and demonstrates how the gratitude he feels for his own upbringing impacts his own outlook today.
Also in this episode, Assemblyman Flores talks about his work as an immigration lawyer, union representation in Nevada, the challenges of a part time legislature and recruiting and retaining good people in office, making use of the limited time his colleagues may have in power, what state government can do, and, of course, why YOU should run for office.
Listen and share and follow Edgar Flores on Twitter @EdgarFloresNV
From Mayor of Braddock, PA to LT. Gov and US Senate candidate, John Fetterman has made a big name for himself. In this You Should Run Podcast, John speaks about his journey into politics, staying consistent to the same messages, what has changed and what has not, and his view of the 2022 PA Senate race, which he hopes to win.
Where does John stand on the question of not just being another pretty face on the political scene? What are his views on other people running for Senate (you may be surprised!)? How can we get past bitter partisan divides? How does being a local elected official affect his view of statewide and national politics?
You will not want to miss this episode. Listen, share, subscribe, and maybe YOU will run for office too. Follow John on Twitter @JohnFetterman
Fresh off of leading a walkout of Democratic legislators in Texas to oppose a bill restricting voting rights, Representative Jasmine Crockett is joining the You Should Run Podcast to discuss her motivation for running for office, fighting for South Dallas, the changes in Texas, and why YOU should run for office.
Jasmine was an underdog in her primary election and, as a first term legislator, there is an expectation that she would just wait her turn before making waves. But with civil rights issues, voting rights, criminal justice and more at the forefront, Jasmine was not going to wait to speak up. She has used her voice and office to amplify issues important to Texas citizens and she is galvanizing her party along the way.
Listen, share, and be inspired by her story and follow Jasmine on social media @Jasminefor100
Alex Dominguez represents South Texas, but his votes affect an entire evolving state. In this You Should Run Podcast, Representative Domiguez talks about the changing politics of Texas, how Texas Dems are more united than years past, and how to be effective as a member of the minority party but passing policies like support for veterans with PTSD.
Every state has unique politics, and Alex explains his experience on both a county level and in the legislature. We also discuss Whataburger, the last moments of normalcy before the COVID-19 pandemic, and, of course, why YOU should run for office too.
Listen, share, subscribe, and make sure to follow Rep. Alex Dominguez on social media @AlexforTexas
In addition to his work as a professor at Millsaps College, Nathan Shrader has over 20 years of experience in government and campaigns in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Virginia, and Mississippi. In this You Should Run Podcast, we cover a wide range of topics from the change in party politics over the last few decades to strategies for Democrats and Republicans to the joys of campaigning to why you should run for office. Nathan has been involved in his own personal campaign in Mississippi, so we discuss the quirks of party positions in his state and why nothing should go uncontested.
Listen, share, and review today!
Michigan is at the epicenter of American politics and young voters were critical to the outcome of the 2020 election. That makes newly elected Michigan State Rep Mary Cavanagh the perfect guest for the You Should Run Podcast.
In this episode, Mary Cavanagh talks about running for office as a young person finishing school, why young people should be involved in the political process, her family history and how that provides guidance for her, the state of political division in Michigan and how she can use her position to make important deals that help her community.
Oh, and she talks about why YOU should run for office too!
Listen, share, and subscribe and follow Mary on Twitter @RepCavanagh10
He has worked with notable political leaders like Congressman Jamie Raskin and Stacey Abrams, but now Sam Park is focusing on working for the people of Georgia. In this You Should Run Podcast, Rep. Park talks about how hard work from candidates and organizers has changed the political landscape in Georgia, and how that same hard work helped him win a seat in the legislature. We talk about the importance of youth involvement in politics, taking no win for granted, and the challenges posed by the Republican Party today, not just in Georgia, but in state legislatures everywhere.
You will not want to miss this You Should Run Podcast from possibly the most important state politically from the past year. Listen and share and make sure to follow Rep. Park on Twitter @SamforGeorgia
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Idaho has one of the most conservative legislatures in the country, but Democratic Minority leader Ilana Rubel has shown how to effectively get things done or, if needed, prevent bad legislation when possible. In this You Should Run Podcast, Representative Rubel talks about her improbable journey to the Idaho legislature, advocating for children and families, and why the person you elect is more important than just which party they represent.
Representative Rubel has been constructively outspoken on many issues, and has found ways to highlight the effects of legislation. In this podcast, we also learn about her connections to Pennsylvania and to US Senator Elizabeth Warren.
Listen, share, and subscribe now and make sure to follow Rep. Rubel on Twitter @ilanarubel
Susie Ratsavong is running for local office in Springfield, PA and she hopes to encourage you to run for office too! In this episode, we discuss the decision making process to start a campaign, promoting diversity in public life, addressing anti-Asian hate following the pandemic, and how running for office can be rewarding and fun. After listening to this episode, you will see why everyone should consider joining the political process to help their community.
The name is Rosecrants, Jacob Rosecrants. NOT Rosencrants. But besides the common misunderstanding of his name, people also may not understand the story about how this educator won an election to the Oklahoma State House as a Democrat in a traditionally conservative area, all while staying true and honest to his progressive values.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Jacob Rosecrants talks about his unique journey to the legislature, campaigning during a pandemic, making a name for himself across party lines as the education guy, and why YOU should run for office too.
Listen and share now and follow Jacob on Twitter @jacobrosecrants
Over 100 people have spoken on the You Should Run Podcast, but few have been as strongly in favor of running for office as Katie Rosenberg, Mayor of Wausau, Wisconsin. Before becoming Mayor, Katie also served in government on the county level and worked on nursing home issues, experience that became very useful during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In this podcast, Katie Rosenberg discusses how she navigates the political divide in Wisconsin, why local government and planning commissions are actually really exciting issues, and why more people should run for office at all levels of government. And if you are interested in running or have recently won an election, she is ready to help or just cheer you on through your journey. Follow on Twitter @katierosenberg
State Representative Jessica Karjala is fighting an uphill battle as a progressive Democrat in Montana, but he is determined to fight. In this You Should Run Podcast, Representative Karjala talks about knocking on doors for her first campaign, the privilege that exist in state legislatures, standing up for the marginalized, and the sincere human cost and benefit of issues like expanding Medicaid and helping people with disabilities.
Representative Karjala has interesting things to say about voter suppression and the direction of politics, but she ends on a message of hope for new candidates. Listen, share, and follow her on Facebook and on Twitter @JessicaLKarjala
She is running for office in Round Rock, Texas, but before Janneke Parrish can win, she's going to share her story and ideas with the You Should Run Podcast.
In this episode, Janneke shares her hopeful vision for Round Rock, ideas for infrastructure, incentivizing businesses to come to her town, and inspiring more people to run for office. Janneke is excited for Round Rock and hopefully you will be excited to run for office too after listening to her on the You Should Run Podcast today.
Follow her on Twitter @JannekeParrish
Rui Xu never planned to get into elected office, but the rise of Donald Trump motivated him to jump into the process and run for State Representative in Kansas in 2018 and win. As he discusses in this You Should Run Podcast, Rui won by being the hardest working person in the race and, even as a member of the minority party, he continues to be hard at work forging alliances in the legislature and getting into the details of every bill. Even though his political career is still young, Rui has spent his adult life trying to improve the world.
Listen to Rui's story and share our discussion and make sure to follow him on Twitter @RuiXuKS
You've seen many TV shows filmed in Culver City, but how much do you know about the real Culver City? In this You Should Run Podcast, Mayor Alex Fisch talks about some of the challenges and opportunities in his city, including important issues like climate change and affordable housing. Mayor Fisch is leading his city out of the COVID pandemic with a lot of optimism and excitement to encourage more people to move to Culver City. Find out why in this new You Should Run Podcast and follow Mayor Fisch on Twitter @AlexFischCC
American politics seems to be an ideological battle between urban and rural voters, but is that fair? Or even real? In this You Should Run Podcast, Jess Piper talks about competing in rural Missouri, focusing on issues that are important to people in her area that are too often neglected, and not taking anything for granted. Jess is running for the state legislature and she believes that starting early and being active and focused from the start is necessary to win.
Will she convert otherwise conservative voters? What issues do Missouri Republicans dismiss due to complacency? Should Democrats run for every seat? Listen and share as this educator discusses her motivations and personal story and maybe you'll be inspired too!
Make sure to follow Jess Piper on Twitter @EnglishTeach07
Joe Biden won Pennsylvania's Electoral College votes not buy increasing his margin in cities, but by slightly improving everywhere in the state. In this You Should Run Podcast, Hermitage City Councilman Michael Muha talks about the politics of his small city in Western PA, the pride people have in small town America and the shifts in views with changing jobs and populations, and the importance of government being about service. Michael takes his dedication to Hermitage seriously and he is demonstrating how good government is the best plan for electoral success.
Listen, share, and follow Michael on Twitter @MichaelTMuha
Some of the most important, and most overlooked, races on the ballot are judicial elections. From State Supreme Court to Magisterial Court, these judges can have profound impacts on fair access to the judicial system.
In 2021, Nicola Henry-Taylor is running for the Court of Common Pleas in Allegheny County. In this podcast, she discusses why she's running for judge and why voters should pay attention to this often neglected election. Nicola also talks about what it means to run as a progressive candidate for judge, providing fairness to voices on all sides of a case, what you can and cannot do as a judicial candidate, and, of course, why YOU should run for office too.
Listen, share, and follow Nicola Henry Taylor on Twitter @Nicola4J and on Instagram at nicola4judge
Shamaine Daniels didn't think she was really qualified enough to run for office. Then she looked at the biographies of others in government and realized that she was just as qualified as they were when they first ran.
In this You Should Run Podcast, hear Shamaine talk about her first election loss and how it made another leader call her to encourage her to run for another seat and win. Shamaine also talks about the sinkhole in her neighborhood that served as motivation to run, addressing the financial challenges in Harrisburg city government, the challenges of running for office in 2021 while pregnant, diversity in elected office and more!
Don't miss this important conversation. Listen and share and subscribe today to hear Shamaine and past You Should Run guests.
Colorado used to be a traditionally Republican state. Slowly, and then quickly, Colorado turned into one of the more reliable Democratic states. As State Representative Steven Woodrow explains, so much of that progress comes down to grassroots organizing.
In this You Should Run Podcast episode, Representative Woodrow discusses the changes in Colorado politics, governing in the age of the COVID-19 pandemic, providing relief to communities hit by the economic downturn, the concerns about the conspiratorial fringe rising in the Republican Party, and, of course, why YOU should run for office too.
Listen, share and follow Steven on Twitter @WoodrowforCO
There is no off year from elections, and that includes 2021. Bethani Cameron is running for council in Pittsburgh, PA. Now is the perfect time to listen to Bethani share her views and experience as a new candidate.
In this podcast, Bethani talks about her previous work with city council, including past You Should Run Podcast guest Natalia Rudiak. She discusses what inspired her to run in 2021, the work that goes into running for an office like city council, and top issues such as education and the effects of climate change.
If you are thinking of getting into politics or running for office yourself, you will not want to miss this episode. Listen and share and make sure to follow Bethani on Twitter @BethaniCameron
January 19 marks National Run for Office Day. To commemorate this important occasion, the You Should Run Podcast features this special episode featuring Missouri State Representative Maggie Nurrenbern. In this podcast, Maggie talks about why YOU should run for office, her state's lurch to the far-right politically, Senator Josh Hawley's dangerous cheerleading of seditious rioters, and her vision and hopes for our politics. Maggie is an educator and came from a union family, so public service is in her blood, though she never imagined running for office herself.
Listen, share, and follow Maggie on Twitter @MaggieforMO
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In 2020, Shanna Danielson ran for State Senate in Pennsylvania. Though she came up short, this accomplished educator has a lot to say about the state of politics in Pennsylvania and nationally, competing for every seat, and holding everyone accountable. This conversation was recorded just days after the violent riots in Washington, DC and Shanna has valuable insights into the lies Republicans told about voter fraud, concerns about the continued rise of extremism, and the hopes that many people are starting to turn away from supporting politicians who pushed conspiracies.
Listen, share, and follow Shanna on Twitter @Shanna4PA
West Virginia is a very "red" state by national standards, but there are issues that should transcend partisanship, like clean water and surviving the pandemic. That is the mission of newly elected West Virginia Delegate Kayla Young.
In this podcast, Kayla Young discusses what first got her active in politics, how clean water is an important issue in her state, the challenges of campaigning in 2020, and why YOU should run for office too. Listen, share, and follow Kayla on social media at: @kaylayoungforwv
2020 has finally come to an end. With the pandemic, the election, social justice issues, and more, it has been a year that has changed us all, for better or for worse.
In this final episode of the You Should Run Podcast for 2020, friend of the Pod Louise Snodgrass returns as a special guest to discuss what she learned this year as a candidate in South Dakota, reaching people where they are, using the right language while being true to yourself, the Facebook comments section, Chopped, and more.
Listen, comment, and share now as we get ready for 2021!
In 2018, Katie Muth unseated a longtime Republican incumbent to flip a key State Senate seat in Pennsylvania. In doing so, her team built a movement, recruited hundreds of volunteers, and she created a following that has only grown since then.
At the time of her election, Senator Muth was motivated by access to healthcare and the influence of money in politics. In this You Should Run Podcast, Senator Muth talks about what she has learned in two years in the legislature, climate change, and the current controversies and motivations of her Republican colleagues as they push conspiracy theories around the 2020 election.
Listen and share today and maybe Katie Muth will inspire you to run for office as well.
Dr. Eliz Markowitz is an educator running to flip a state house seat in Texas in 2020. Can she do it? With turnout in early vote smashing expectations, the candidates who work the hardest may have the best chance of winning and few people are working harder than Eliz.
In this podcast, Eliz talks about what motivated her to run, why Texas is changing politically, what it would mean to flip the Texas legislature Democratic, and why YOU should run for office.
Follow Eliz as she tries to win in 2020 at: @ElizMarkowitz on Twitter
New Hampshire is the epicenter of American politics every Presidential year. In this You Should Run Podcast, New Hampshire State Representative Jackie Chretien talks about the Granite State, being surrounded by and bombarded by political issues from all sides, and what motivated her to run for office as well.
In this wide ranging discussion, Jackie Chretien highlights the unique challenges for New Hampshire during the COVID-19 crisis, how and why she sees voters in her state making their final decisions, and, of course, why YOU should run for office as well.
Listen, subscribe, and follow Jackie on Twitter to continue the conversation at @JackieCinMHT
Brandon Thomas is running for the state house in Tennessee and he is focused on three words: Family Friendly Economy. In this You Should Run Podcast, Brandon talks about his political motivations and how he decided to run for office himself. Brandon talks about his vision for a Family Friendly Economy, focusing on healthcare, how he came to be endorsed by Elizabeth Warren, and more.
Listen and share and follow Brandon on Twitter at @Brandon4Tenn
Tennessee is traditionally conservative state, but people like Gabby Salinas are working to change the trajectory of the state and push for progressive policies like expanded Medicaid. In this episode, Gabby joins the You Should Run Podcast to talk about how her own story of needing good healthcare at a young age motivated her towards a life of political activism, the state of politics in Tennessee, and why every vote is worth fighting for in this election. Gabby shares her extensive science background and talks about why we need more diversity of backgrounds in politics today, which is why you should run for office too! Listen, share, subscribe, and follow Gabby on Twitter @VoteforGabby
Abigail Wheeler is a firefighter looking to bring some fire and fresh ideas to the Michigan legislature in 2020. In this You Should Run Podcast, Abigail talks about running for local office and her love of improving things on a local level and the inspiration for running for the State House. Abigail's top issues include transparency and healthcare, so listen to why those are important to her and her specific ideas for making a significant improvement on both issues in Michigan. Follow her over these last weeks of the 2020 campaign on Twitter @WheelerforHD66
South Carolina is a swing state in 2020! Polls show close races for President and US Senate. But the best way to flip a state is to work on flipping state legislative districts.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Ryan Arioli talks about his decision to run for State Representative in South Carolina, the work that needs to be done to improve education in the state, campaigning and governing during COVID-19, the direction of his state, and more. Listen and hopefully you will be inspired to run for office too.
Follow Ryan on Twitter @RyanforSC
Elizabeth Beck is a mother, Iraq War veteran, lawyer, and leader looking to win a very competitive election for the State House in Texas. In this You Should Run Podcast, we discuss the changing direction of Texas politics, the things that motivated Elizabeth to run for office and what has changed since COVID-19 hit, and why YOU should run for office. Make sure to follow Elizabeth on Twitter @elizabethforTX
Representative Phil Robinson flipped a legislative seat in Ohio in 2018 and now he's running for re-election. In this podcast, Phil shares the personal story that inspired him to focus on education and run for office. He also discusses the recent corruption issues that have plagued the Ohio legislature and why he sees the state as getting increasingly competitive for Democrats in 2020. Listen to his positive outlook for the state and hopefully you will be encouraged to run for office too.
Follow Phil on Twitter at @RobinsonforOH
Louise Snodgrass is a 25-year-old, progressive, working-class, queer person running in the state of South Dakota. She decided to run for office in early 2020 after the legislature pushed harsh anti-transgender legislation. Since the COVID-19 pandemic started, she has turned her campaign upside down and is using tools never before used by a campaign.
In this podcast, Louise talks about the stresses for young people and the LGBTQ+ community and how to be an advocate and ally. She talks about the divisions in South Dakota politics, the local needs of her district, and encouraging other young people to run for office.
Listen and subscribe to the podcast today and follow Louise on Twitter at @lou4sd
The final state to be profiled on the You Should Run Podcast is the First State - Delaware. In this episode, Kyle Evans Gay talks about her run for State Senate in Delaware, her motivations for running, the major changes to campaigning during COVID-19 and also how her campaign message has not had to change as much as you'd think during the pandemic.
Since this is Delaware, we also discuss Joe Biden and the unique politics of the state. It may be a "Safe Democratic" state in terms of national politics, but the politics are not the same throughout the three counties.
Kyle also discusses how a lack of listening from elected officials inspires people like her to run for office. Maybe YOU will be inspired to run for office too.
Follow Kyle at her website www.kylefordelaware.com and on Twitter @kyleevansgay
The You Should Run Podcast goes further than it ever has before with the first guest from Hawaii. In this episode, State Representative Nicole Lowen talks about the unique issues and politics of The Aloha State.
From Climate Change to COVID-19 to homelessness, Nicole Lowen explains how each issue impacts Hawaii and how each is challenging to address as an island state. She also explains passing legislation in a state dominated by Democrats.
After Hawaii, there is only one state left on the You Should Run Podcast, so you will not want to miss this episode! Listen, share, and subscribe today.
The countdown to 50 states (plus DC) continues with the first You Should Run Podcast discussion from Idaho.
In this podcast, Shelby Rognstad talks about running for mayor of Sandpoint, ID. As mayor, Shelby has many unique opportunities and challenges, some expected and many unexpected. Shelby discusses the beauty of Idaho, new residents moving from other states, local conflicts regarding guns, and helping his community during COVID-19.
Listen, share, subscribe and learn more about the interesting state of Idaho.
In 2020, people are focused on who we send to Washington, DC. In this You Should Run Podcast, the topic is Washington, DC itself.
Markus Batchelor is a Young Elected Official who served on the Board of Education and he is now running as a candidate for DC Council at-large. In this podcast, we discuss how national issues impact DC locally. Markus provides an essential perspective on running for office, education equality, policing, Black Lives Matter, and more.
Listen, share, subscribe and follow Markus on Twitter @MarkusforDC
Juli Briskman became famous after being photographed giving the Trump motorcade the middle finger while she was riding her bike, but her impressive background and knowledge of complex global issues actually goes back decades.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Juli Briskman talks about that moment that made her famous and, more importantly, what she has been doing ever since to improve her community, including successfully running for Supervisor in Loudoun County in Virginia. Juli discusses why her knowledge of global issues made her particularly disgusted by Donald Trump, how she got involved in Democratic campaigns in 2018 and then ran for office herself. As you listen, you'll learn about what Juli has been able to do as a Supervisor and why local offices can make such a direct difference in people's lives.
Juli ends the conversation talking about the bright future of Virginia politics, Black Lives Matter, and moving past Virginia's Confederate roots.
Listen, share, review, and think about running for office wherever you live!
Tabitha Isner ran for Congress in Alabama, knowing it would be an uphill climb. But in this You Should Run Podcast, Tabitha has a lot of positive things to say about taking on big political challenges, and some of the big things that are happening in her state. From the election of Doug Jones to the resurgence of an active Democratic Party, Alabama has more going for it in 2020 than many would guess.
In this episode, we discuss a progressive voice in faith, the importance of building political infrastructure, and, of course, why YOU should run for office. Follow Tabitha on Twitter @TabithaK
It's the first Vermont episode of the You Should Run Podcast and it's a big one as Lieutenant Governor David Zuckerman joins to talk about his legislative career promoting a variety of progressive issues. In this episode, we discuss how David came to run for office as a young candidate in the early 1990's, being at the forefront of some big issues throughout his time in the state legislature, the Bernie Sanders influence on the state, and why he's currently running for Governor.
Of course, no podcast about being in office these days is complete without a discussion on the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Listen, share, and subscribe now and make sure to follow the podcast on Facebook for regular Facebook live stream discussions as well at: https://www.facebook.com/YouShouldRunPodcast
It's the first Utah You Should Run Podcast!
Derek Kitchen made history in Utah with a lawsuit challenging the state's ban on gay marriage. After serving on council in Salt Lake City, he went on to run for and win a seat on the Utah State Senate. In this podcast, he talks about the impact that his lawsuit had on marriage equality, the value of local office and focusing on neighborhood issues, the divide between Republicans in his state legislature, and why YOU should run for office. We also discuss our favorite Lebanese dishes, skate parks, and more.
Listen, subscribe, share, and make sure to follow Derek on Twitter at @derekkitchen
Belinda Drake is a Progressive Democratic candidate for Indiana State Senate District 32. She has worked for Democratic causes and candidates for many years before becoming a candidate herself in 2020.
In this You Should Run Podcast, Belinda Drake shares her insight on the current state of politics as she runs for office in Indiana. She discusses her family's influence on her views, running for office and making change as a black woman who is also LGBT, and how she plans to create change in her state legislature if elected. Now she is asking her community to "Believe in Belinda."
Take time to listen to Belinda's perspective, story, and drive and follow her on Twitter @iambelindadrake
Dr. Lisa Reynolds is a pediatrician running for state legislature in Oregon. In this You Should Run Podcast, Dr. Reynolds answers many questions during an in depth discussion of her motivations for running for office and why she wants others to get involved as well.
What are her thoughts on children going back to school in person?
How are candidates like her pivoting to campaign during COVID-19?
What states should state legislatures take during this ongoing crisis?
Listen, share, and don't forget to subscribe to hear more episodes every week!
Daniel Corona was a very young candidate when he ran for Mayor of West Wendover, NV. He won by inspiring others, challenging the power structure, and building alliances. After winning though, he learned important lessons about governing coalitions to pass his agenda. In this You Should Run Podcast, Daniel Corona talks about what motivated him to run for office in the first place, his family's history standing up for labor, the impact of COVID-19 on local governments, and why YOU should run for office.
Listen and share this discussion about running for office and make sure to give the You Should Run Podcast a positive review!
When Kelly Krout saw that no Democrat was going to be on the ballot in her state legislative district, she decided that she should step up and run. In this You Should Run Podcast, Kelly Krout talks about running for office as a Democrat and as a busy mom in Arkansas, her use of digital tools to break through during the COVID-19 pandemic, and, of course, why YOU should run for office too.
Listen, share, and get involved in running for office wherever you live!
In Spring 2020, Rosemary Ketchum became the first transgender person to win an election in West Virginia. Beyond making history and breaking down barriers, Rosemary is focused on tackling big issues in her new role as a council member in Wheeling such as homelessness, mental health, and encouraging young people to move to her city.
In this podcast, Rosemary talks about her background in mental health, the challenges that young people have faced with trauma after trauma since 2000, and why more young voices should be represented in all levels of government. You will not want to miss this episode!
The You Should Run Podcast was created to encourage people of all backgrounds to run for office by sharing the experiences of others who had run at all levels of government from across the country. Ross Morales Rocketto and his team started an even more ambitious project in 2017 with an amazing organization called Run for Something that encourages and helps people to run for office for the first time. In this podcast, Ross talks about forming Run for Something, the value of bringing young and diverse voices to the electoral landscape, how Run for Something assists new candidates, and why he feels hopeful in this particular moment in time.
Listen and share and make sure to follow Ross on Twitter @RossMoRock and follow Run for Something at @runforsomething Learn more about Run for Something and their important work at www.runforsomething.net
Maine has one of the most intriguing US Senate election in the country, but it also has one of the most intriguing election rules in the country. In this You Should Run Podcast, Maine Senate candidate Tiffany Bond talks about her state's new Ranked Choice Voting system and why her independent bid may be critical to changing the direction in Maine.
Tiffany Bond shares her story about what motivated her to run for office in the first place, why the new rules make a big difference for independent candidates, the unique style of her campaign and how she is looking to change campaigning for the better not just in Maine, but everywhere.
Listen and share this You Should Run Podcast with Tiffany Bond and follow her on Twitter @TiffanyBond
In the time of COVID-19, mayors are finding themselves in the center of both a public health crisis and an economic crisis. New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker is handling the challenges from all angles. In this You Should Run Podcast, Mayor Elicker explains how he is focusing on these problems and how he is listening to people from all neighborhoods and backgrounds to get it down. Listen and share as we talk about why he ran for office, what mayors can do to lead now, and why you should run for office as well.
The fallout of the 2016 election focused so much on three states - Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Michigan. These states barely went to Donald Trump but were expected to vote for Hillary Clinton. Since then, Democrats have made big moves in all three states. Now, Washtenaw County Commissioner Jason Morgan joins the You Should Run Podcast to talk about the evolving politics in his state, his own moves to protect residents during the COVID-19 outbreak and how this brought him into a public moment with President Trump, and his goals to help his county and his state beyond the current pandemic.
In this episode, Jason Morgan talks about promoting more young people in politics, gaining allies who believe in good government, shaping the politics of the future in the aftermath of COVID-19, his early work with the Dingell family, and more. Listen, subscribe, and share today and follow Jason on Twitter @JasonMorganA2
After seeing the challenges that Hurricane Katrina brought to the Louisiana education system, Ethan Ashley decided to take on the challenge of running for school board to implement needed changes. In this episode of the You Should Run Podcast, Ethan shares his impressive resume of service and talks about the power that comes with getting into the political sphere, from making allies to asking the right questions to getting things done. Ethan talks about how the school system in his state was facing severe hurdles and how he used his own knowledge of the state's government and his understanding of the inequities in education to push for needed reforms and accountability.
Listen, share, and subscribe today to learn more about Ethan Ashley and to hear from others who decided that they should run for office.
Across the country, young people are adding their voices to the political process and a growing list of young candidates have decided to not "wait their turn." Wisconsin Assembly candidate Jacob Malinowski is one bright example. In addition to changing the political discussion, Jacob is revolutionizing campaigning as well, with new online tactics and approaches to outreach. Listen and share as Jacob talks about what inspired him to get involved in politics, why he is running in 2020, and why he hopes more young people will run for office across the country.
Berkley, California has a reputation as one of the most liberal places in America. So how does its local council reflect Berkley's reputation and history while adapting to the issues of today? In this podcast, Berkley Councilmember Rigel Robinson talks about standing up for students, bringing young and diverse perspectives to local politics, and creating inclusive policies that can be replicated in other cities and states.
Listen and subscribe and make sure to follow Rigel on Twitter @RigelRobinson
After over 60 episodes of the You Should Run Podcast across nearly 40 states, it's time for the Main(e) guest as Portland, ME Council Member Spencer Thibodeau shares his story. In this episode, Spencer discusses how President Obama's campaign for President inspired him to get involved in politics, the local issues that drove him to run for office in Portland, handling the COVID-19 pandemic at the local level, and why more people should run for office.
Listen, share, and subscribe today to hear more stories from the You Should Run Podcast!
Congress is full of lawyers, but there is a definite shortage of teachers! In this You Should Run Podcast, Kristy Gnibus talks about how she wants to bring her teaching experience to the House of Representatives as she takes on incumbent Congressman Mike Kelly in Pennsylvania. We talk about what motivated her to run for office, the challenges of running for Congress during this pandemic, what views are missing in Washington, and why YOU should run for office too.
Listen, subscribe, and consider running for office yourself in 2020, 2021, and beyond!
While people talk about elections and candidates in swing states like Wisconsin, Michigan, and Arizona, there are important elections in every state, including Wyoming. In this You Should Run Podcast, Marcie Kindred discusses running for office as a Democrat in Wyoming, the unique politics of the state, what makes Wyoming beautiful, and bringing people together across parties during her election. Listen and share now and consider running for office where you live as well!
As the COVID-19 Coronavirus outbreak threatens communities across the country and the world, New Mexico State Representative Melanie Stansbury is focusing on some of the most vulnerable populations in her state, including native populations, the disabled, and more. In this podcast, Representative Stansbury talks about her motivation for getting involved in politics and her vision for addressing systemic issues and seeing where big changes are needed. Listen to this very timely episode and follow Melanie on Twitter @MelanieforNM
In 2018, JD Scholten came extremely close to unseating ultra right-wing Iowa Congressman Steve King. While people across the country focused on Steve King and his nationalist views and statements, JD won people over by focusing less on what his opponent said and more on what he would do if he were to win. In this podcast, JD Scholten talks about the challenges in rural America such as poverty and how rural and urban America are tied together in more ways than people realize. He also talks about healthcare and how Coronavirus exposes the significant challenges of unequal care in rural areas. Finally, JD explains why he is running again in 2020 and why more people should run for office, especially in challenging districts like this one.
Listen and share and make sure to follow JD Scholten on Twitter @JDScholten
South Dakota is as "red" as states come in terms of politics. So when Democrats like Erin Healy run for the legislature, they know that they have many tough hills to climb, not just in elections, but also while in office. In this You Should Run Podcast, South Dakota State Representative Erin Healy talks about running for office, the challenges of building coalitions as a Democrat, and getting more young people involved in politics. She also discusses the recent anti-transgender legislation in her state and how Democrats, moderate Republicans, and business groups helped to defeat the bill.
Listen, share, and hopefully YOU will consider running for office too.
Arizona is the center of political activity in 2020 with a very important Senate race and an opportunity to be the deciding state in the race for President. In this You Should Run Podcast, Arizona State Representative Athena Salman talks about the rapidly changing politics of her state. She also talks about what motivated her to run for office and some of the pro-democracy initiatives in Arizona that helped her run and win. Athena has a very unique background for any state, which she uses to remind people that we need far more diversity in all levels of government.
Listen, share, and be inspired now to run for office yourself or to help others running in your area. Follow Athena on Twitter @AthenaSalman
Mayors are at the epicenter of public life. In this You Should Run Podcast, Jorge Elorza, Mayor of Providence, Rhode Island, talks about the direct impact that mayors can have on public policy. Mayor Elorza also talks about what motivated him to make a run for office, the challenges of being mayor and running for office, promoting issues like childcare, and why people who want to make a difference in the world should consider running for mayor.
Listen, share, and follow Mayor Elorza on Twitter @Jorge_Elorza
Brianna Titone flipped a district in Colorado in 2018, making history as the first transgender person elected in the state. How did she do it? By knocking a lot of doors and talking to as many people as possible. Brianna also has an extensive science background. In this podcast, Brianna talks about her motivations for running, the challenges of passing legislation with Colorado's system, using her experience to protect the environment and address climate change, and why you should run for office.
Listen, share, and follow Brianna Titone on Twitter @BriannaforCO
She calls herself a "tax policy nerd," but Washington State Representative Noel Frame can be summed up in another word: effective. In this podcast, Representative Frame talks about how growing up facing poverty affected her views on politics, the challenges of being a candidate, and why you should run for office too. She also highlights how to be an effective legislator by using the tax code to implement better policies. Listen and share and perhaps you'll be inspired to run for office and make a difference too.
Follow Representative Noel Frame on Twitter @NoelFrame
Like many people in all levels of government, Rhode Island State Senator Gayle Goldin first ran for office because she saw a need in government that wasn't being met and a voice that was missing. She ran for State Senate to focus on paid family leave and to be a progressive leader for Providence. In this podcast, Senator Goldin talks about her motivations for running, the challenges of passing legislation in state government, the value of hearings and testimony, and encouraging others to run for office too. Listen, share, follow @gaylegoldin on Twitter, and consider running for office yourself too!
It's the first You Should Run Podcast guest from Texas, but hopefully not the last, as Candice Quarles joins to talk about her motivations, challenges, and hopes as a Council member in DeSoto, TX. Now she's working to improve her community through policies like paid family leave and through active civic engagement. Listen and share as Candice talks about educating and being a resource for her constituents as well as about encouraging more people to run for office.
Follow Candice on Twitter @CandiceQuarles
In 2019, Bethany Hallam shook up local politics by running for and winning a seat on Allegheny County Council. Before that though, Bethany's personal struggles with opioids gave her a unique perspective on the criminal justice, inadequacies in the county health programs, and the great imbalances of power for people of color and people without money. Now that she has been sworn into office, Bethany is ready and eager to use her voice to highlight these issues, push for reforms, and encourage others, especially other young people and women, to run for office and challenge the status quo.
Listen, share, and make sure to follow Bethany Hallam on Twitter @bethanyhallam
Whether as a Congressman or a Maryland State Legislator, Jamie Raskin prides himself on focusing less on the "political center" and more on the "moral center." He first ran for office to stand up for LGBT rights in Maryland, against the death penalty, and for a progressive vision for his state. Now he's on the front lines of Congressional oversight of Donald Trump while also focusing on issues like Climate Change. In this You Should Run Podcast, Congressman Raskin talks about being motivated to run, staying motivated and energized, and why YOU should consider public office as well.
When looking at the future of progressive leaders in the United States, do you think North Dakota? Maybe you should. In this podcast, Kylie Oversen talks about running for state legislature in North Dakota, why she ran, how she won, and her experiences as a young woman in the state house. Now, at just 30 years old, Kylie is the chair of her state's Democratic Party. Listen and share as Kylie talks about why we need to elect more women, being inspired by Senator Heidi Heitkamp, and why you should run for office too.
It is the highest profile guest on the You Should Run Podcast yet. In this episode, US Senator Bob Casey covers a wide range of topics surrounding his personal journey in politics. Topics include whether he always anticipated running for office, how losses made him and his father better public servants, integrity, working across the aisle with people you may not like, who helped Bob Casey decide to run for Senate, if power changes or reveals a person's true character, the Senator's special work on healthcare, and a "Wild" idea for working with some House colleagues.
This is a podcast you will not want to miss. Listen and share and then go back to find other conversations with leaders from across the country in the archives. Maybe you will be inspired to run for office too.
Is Kansas still as conservative as people across the country imagine? Do Democrats have opportunities to win with more suburban districts? How has the controversial leadership of Governor Sam Brownback altered the political calculus in the state?
In this You Should Run Podcast, Kansas State Representative and English teacher Brett Parker teaches all of us about just what is going in Kansas and whether there really are opportunities for Democratic candidates at all levels of government. Brett also talks about what motivated him to run for office, recruiting and supporting other candidates, and why investing in some less expensive elections may lead to more success over the long term.
Listen, share, subscribe and comment, then think about whether YOU should run for office too.
Follow Brett on Twitter @BrettParker4KS