In this powerful episode of the Dixie Dems Podcast, part of the Lean to the Left network, Carole Bellacera — Air Force veteran, author, and unapologetic Southern Democrat — shares her story of resilience, activism, and the fight for fair representation in a deep-red state.
Carole recounts the shocking moment she was escorted out of a Nancy Mace town hall, simply for being a Democrat, and the broader challenges progressives face in conservative regions. From her service during the Vietnam era to her lifelong dedication to social justice and writing, Carole embodies the indomitable spirit of grassroots activism.
🎙 What you’ll hear in this episode:
The reality of being a Democrat in a Republican stronghold
How Carole turned political exclusion into fuel for activism
The ongoing battle for democracy and representation in the South
Her insights as an Air Force veteran and author of Incense and Peppermints
If you believe in democracy, equal representation, and the power of one voice to make a difference, this episode is for you.
#DixieDems #LeanToTheLeft #SouthernDemocrat #MAGA #GrassrootsActivism #CaroleBellacera
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:14 Meet the Hosts and Guest Introduction
01:26 Carole's Background and Achievements
01:54 Carole's Music Endeavors
03:11 Discussion on Nancy Mace
05:15 Trump and Epstein Controversy
06:20 Impact of Trump on Personal Relationships
08:35 Nancy Mace Town Hall Incident
14:53 Carolel's Activism and Political Views
21:13 Confrontation with a Doctor
21:50 Trump's COVID Treatment and Inequities
22:52 Veterans and Trump's Policies
24:14 Military and Public Opinion
26:41 Corporate America's Response to DEI
28:22 Desserts and Small Talk
32:40 Trump's Health Speculations
35:59 Vietnam War and Combat Nurses
38:04 Conclusion and Farewell
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