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 Mary 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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