In the debut episode of 'Exploring Women in Politics,' host Lena Yan speaks with notable figures in American politics, who share their journeys and the challenges they faced while encouraging more women to run for office. The conversations address fears women encounter when taking on leadership roles and stresses the importance of female representation across all sectors. Key topics include the need for constitutional protections, advocating for term limits, and incorporating younger perspectives in decision-making. Our guests provide practical advice on staying involved and achieving goals despite uncertainties, and much more. Welcome to Exploring Women in Politics, with Lena Yan
Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction to Exploring Women in Politics
00:29 Episode 1: Liz Kruger on Women in Politics
01:28 Challenges and Triumphs of Women Candidates
02:57 Liz Kruger's Honest Approach
04:03 Episode 2: Liz Kruger on Legal and Constitutional Issues
06:01 Episode 3: Julie Shiroishi on Representation and Inspiration
07:42 Gender Representation in New York State Legislature
08:15 The Importance of Asking for Mentorship
09:01 Learning from Mistakes and Building Relationships
09:52 Encouraging Women to Overcome Fear
10:51 The Value of New Perspectives and Term Limits
12:08 Staying Involved and Seizing Opportunities
12:59 Closing Remarks and Encouragement
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