You Should Run

Haley Morrissette for Florida State Rep

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 05:55:24 -0600

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 on the Youth Vote in NC

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 11:04:45 -0600

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.

Listen, share, and subscribe today!

Ashwin Ramaswami for Georgia

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:29:54 -0600

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 for Florida State Senate

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 10:59:41 -0600

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/

North Carolina State Rep. Julie von Haefen

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 07:09:36 -0600

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 for NC State Senate

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 07:02:17 -0600

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 for Monroe County Commissioner

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:59:38 -0600

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 for Florida State Senate

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 13:04:06 -0600

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

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 16:46:54 -0600

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 for Texas State House

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 09:02:48 -0600

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

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 22:50:28 -0600

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.

Zachary Donnini from Decision Desk

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 08:55:56 -0600

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/

Heather Williams DLCC

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 07:25:37 -0600

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

South Dakota State Rep Kadyn Wittman

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 21:40:46 -0600

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 Rep David Morales

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 06:46:49 -0600

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

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 06:57:28 -0600

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.

Vermont Representative Tiffany Bluemle

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 06:05:25 -0600

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.

Sam Shirazi on Virginia

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 06:42:31 -0600

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.

Listen, share, and subscribe today.

Karen Smith for Central Bucks School Board

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 09:30:38 -0600

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.

Tommy Zurhellen for County Executive

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 22:01:30 -0600

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

Minnesota State Senator Erin Murphy

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 12:34:17 -0600

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.

Listen, share, and subscribe today.

Sarah Reale for Utah State School Board

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 21:50:40 -0600

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 - City Council Member Providence, RI

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 06:10:09 -0600

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.

Andrea Romero for New Mexico

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 22:45:39 -0600

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 for North Charleston

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 07:40:35 -0600

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 Rep. Nancy Gutierrez

Wed, 31 May 2023 06:22:27 -0600

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.

Oklahoma State Rep Mickey Dollens

Wed, 10 May 2023 06:19:17 -0600

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 (Thorongil) of Split Ticket

Tue, 02 May 2023 19:47:49 -0600

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

AZ State Rep Laura Terech

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 21:56:57 -0600

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

Minnesota State Senator Liz Boldon

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 21:19:45 -0600

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 for Norristown Area School District

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 07:27:38 -0600

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.

Listen, share, and subscribe today!

Dana Foley for Central Bucks School District

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 06:12:08 -0600

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 for VA

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 06:31:37 -0600

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.

Listen, share, and subscribe today.

Missouri State Rep Ashley Aune

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 07:22:53 -0600

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

South Carolina State Rep Spencer Wetmore

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 07:09:31 -0600

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 Rep Jonathan Karlen

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 07:12:14 -0600

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

Andy Hoover - ACLU PA

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 09:24:30 -0600

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.

Listen share, and subscribe today.

Deb Andraca Wisconsin State Assembly

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 07:13:23 -0600

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

You Should Run Montana State Rep Paul Tuss

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 07:14:45 -0600

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.

Listen, share and subscribe today!

You Should Run Nick Gothard for VA

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 06:16:37 -0600

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

You Should Run Jason Salus

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 08:20:30 -0600

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.

You Should Run Dan Almoney for PA

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 06:12:47 -0600

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

You Should Run Jessica Miranda for Ohio

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 06:08:05 -0600

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

You Should Run Precious McKesson

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 07:47:31 -0600

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

You Should Run Jeremy Allen Moss

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 06:04:45 -0600

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

You Should Run Ezra Thrush of Penn Future

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 06:56:02 -0600

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.

You Should Run Casey Weinstein for Ohio

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 05:56:48 -0600

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

You Should Run Jonathan Grieder for Waterloo

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 06:16:38 -0600

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

You Should Run Lisa Borowksi

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 05:59:07 -0600

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

You Should Run Mohamed Alyajouri

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 08:33:58 -0600

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

You Should Run Senator Dallas Harris

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 05:54:07 -0600

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

You Should Run Holly Kim

Thu, 26 May 2022 08:02:14 -0600

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.

You Should Run AZ State Senator Christine Marsh

Wed, 18 May 2022 06:18:03 -0600

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

You Should Run Joseph Jones

Wed, 04 May 2022 06:02:43 -0600

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.

Listen, share and subscribe today.

You Should Run Santa Claus

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:13:54 -0600

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

You Should Run Bettina Umstead

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 06:03:00 -0600

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

You Should Run Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 06:54:23 -0600

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

You Should Run Chelsea Clark for Ohio

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 06:08:00 -0600

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

You Should Run CT State Rep Mary Welander

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 06:06:42 -0600

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

Pennsylvania Redistricting

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 05:01:50 -0600

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

You Should Run Kam Buckner

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 05:51:49 -0600

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

You Should Run Chol Majok

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 07:14:39 -0600

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

You Should Run Colin Flanagan

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 06:59:38 -0600

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

You Should Run SJ Donofrio

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 08:43:56 -0600

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

You Should Run Cherlynn Stevenson for KY

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 06:54:33 -0600

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

You Should Run Mayor John Bauters

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 07:03:56 -0600

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

You Should Run - Outrun Coalition

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 06:56:55 -0600

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

You Should Run - Bradley Schurman and the SuperAge

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 06:58:00 -0600

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

You Should Run Congressman Conor Lamb

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 06:52:53 -0600

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

You Should Run Blake Allen

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 07:07:23 -0600

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

You Should Run PA State Senator Amanda Cappelletti

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 22:42:12 -0600

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

You Should Run Quinton Law

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 06:55:36 -0600

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

You Should Run Tom Winter for MT

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 21:20:28 -0600

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

You Should Run - Lisa Ward for Alabama

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 11:21:55 -0600

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

You Should Run Lauren Henson

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 10:09:05 -0600

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

You Should Run Devin Del Palacio

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 07:05:29 -0600

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.

You Should Run David Ortiz

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 06:04:52 -0600

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

You Should Run Ras Smith

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 21:35:35 -0600

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

You Should Run Mayor Tim Ragland

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 06:13:42 -0600

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

You Should Run TN State Rep Gloria Johnson

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 21:44:41 -0600

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

You Should Run Austin Marsman

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 20:34:14 -0600

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

You Should Run Chicago Alderman Matt Martin

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 06:01:13 -0600

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

Follow the Podcast on Twitter @YouShouldRunPod

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You Should Run Delaware State Senator Marie Pinkney

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 21:11:00 -0600

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.

You Should Run Noah Arbit

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 05:54:14 -0600

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

You Should Run Nina Liang

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 11:22:37 -0600

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

You Should Run Mike Harvey

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 06:10:51 -0600

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

You Should Run Baltimore City Council Member Zeke Cohen

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 22:11:03 -0600

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.

You Should Run Samantha Perlman

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 06:50:07 -0600

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

You Should Run Dominic Frongillo

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 06:44:37 -0600

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 PA State Rep Jennifer O'Mara

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 20:21:44 -0600

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.

You Should Run Ashton Clemmons for NC

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 06:00:45 -0600

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

You Should Run Alexandria Ayala

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 05:44:32 -0600

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

You Should Run Alaska State Senator Jesse Kiehl

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 21:05:10 -0600

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

You Should Run Edgar Flores

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 20:50:17 -0600

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

You Should Run John Fetterman

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 05:56:10 -0600

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

You Should Run Jasmine Crockett

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 11:05:27 -0600

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

You Should Run TX Rep Alex Dominguez

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 20:24:22 -0600

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

You Should Run Nathan Shrader

Thu, 27 May 2021 10:40:10 -0600

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!

You Should Run MI State Rep Mary Cavanagh

Thu, 13 May 2021 19:04:30 -0600

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

You Should Run GA State Rep Sam Park

Thu, 06 May 2021 08:29:50 -0600

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

Follow this Podcast at @YouShouldRunPod