In this episode of Tenessa Talks, Tenessa and Ericka dig into what it really means to live out your values in everyday life and in politics. They talk about the big picture—how America was built on freedom, faith, and responsibility—but also bring it down to real, everyday choices we make as citizens.

The conversation looks at how policies connect to people’s lives, not just as laws on paper but as things that shape families, communities, and futures. Ericka asks the down-to-earth questions that many of us wonder about, while Tenessa breaks it down in plain language. Together, they challenge the idea that politics is just for experts or insiders. Instead, they encourage listeners to think of it as something that belongs to all of us.

The episode is both honest and hopeful. It recognizes the frustrations that people feel about the current political system, but it also points to the power we still have—whether that’s in voting, speaking up, or making choices that align with our beliefs. The main message is simple: you don’t have to be a politician to influence the direction of your country—you just have to stay engaged, pay attention, and keep your values at the center.

0:00 - Intro

3:00 - Why Government Gets Messy

6:15 - Lessons From History

9:30 - Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists

12:45 - Local Decisions Matter

16:00 - When Weak Systems Fail

19:20 - Rights in Our Hands

22:45 - Regulation & Responsibility

27:00 - Grievances & Freedom

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