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:

0:00Introduction to Exploring Women in Politics

00:29Episode 1: Liz Kruger on Women in Politics

01:28Challenges and Triumphs of Women Candidates

02:57Liz Kruger’s Honest Approach

04:03Episode 2: Liz Kruger on Legal and Constitutional Issues

06:01Episode 3: Julie Shiroishi on Representation and Inspiration

07:42Gender Representation in New York State Legislature

08:15The Importance of Asking for Mentorship

09:01Learning from Mistakes and Building Relationships

09:52Encouraging Women to Overcome Fear

10:51The Value of New Perspectives and Term Limits

12:08Staying Involved and Seizing Opportunities

12:59Closing Remarks and Encouragement

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