Marie Newman isn’t just an advocate—she’s a fighter. As a former Congresswoman from Illinois, she took on big fights for LGBTQ+ rights, healthcare equity, gun reform, and more. But her mission became personal when her daughter came out as transgender, propelling her even deeper into the fight for equality.
In this episode, Marie shares her unexpected path to Congress, the struggles of passing meaningful legislation, and why she refuses to back down—even as anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric ramps up across the U.S. and beyond. She also opens up about her family’s journey, the reality of raising a trans child in today’s political climate, and what we can all do to push back against the attacks on our rights.
🔥 Nobody is coming to save us—we have to be the ones to step up. 🔥
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🏳️🌈 Key Takeaways 🏳️🌈
- ✔️ How Marie’s fight for LGBTQ+ rights began—and why she made it her mission
- ✔️ Her journey to Congress & the challenges of passing real change
- ✔️ Raising a trans child & navigating the medical & legal system
- ✔️ The dangerous rollback of trans rights & DEI policies
- ✔️ How to get involved and push back against anti-LGBTQ+ legislation
🏳️🌈About The Guest(s)🏳️🌈
- Marie Newman is a former U.S. Congresswoman from Illinois who built a career fighting for marginalized communities. Before politics, she worked in marketing, anti-bullying activism, and women’s rights advocacy. She’s also the author of A Life Made From Scratch, a powerful memoir about her journey. As the mother of a trans daughter, Marie has dedicated her career to creating a more inclusive world.
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