In this episode of Breaking the Meta, host Mike Winson sits down with Kiana Bierria-Anderson, a progressive candidate running for Congress in New York’s 4th District. We discuss the affordability crisis on Long Island, immigration policy, accountability in government, and why a new generation of leaders is stepping up to run for office.

Kiana shares her background in organizing, union leadership, and political consulting, along with the moment that pushed her to run for Congress. She talks about the realities facing voters in a purple district, the impact of rising property taxes and housing costs, and why community organizing is key to building lasting change.

The conversation also dives into political division in America, rebuilding trust in government, and how grassroots candidates can challenge the political status quo.

If you care about the future of American democracy, grassroots politics, and the next generation of leadership, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Interview topics include:

• The affordability crisis on Long Island
• Immigration policy and ICE enforcement
• Union organizing and workers’ rights
• Accountability in government
• Progressive grassroots campaigns
• Political division and rebuilding trust

Watch the full conversation and learn more about the people stepping forward to run for office across the country.