Representative Alston presents an authentic and sincere voice in the political arena. She served on the Duram City Council from 2017 to 2020 when she was appointed by Gov. Cooper to serve in the North Carolina house of representatives serving District 29. She is currently running for re-election. Her perspective on current events is a much needed refreshment from the contention and emotional burden that comes with the 2020 election.

As a freshman senator, Lena Gonzalez was thrown into the midst of a pandemic and has since served as a model and an inspiration on the legislative response to COVID-19. She serves the 33rd senate district in Southern California which includes most of Long Beach and neighboring Los Angeles County Cities and communities. On this episode she discusses how she is protecting her constituents from the financial disaster of a global pandemic, while continuing to connect with and inspire them during a time when democracy is distanced and digitalized.Listen to hear what is most challenging in the realm of elected leadership at the moment as well as the Senator's personal and political takeaways from the 2020 year thus far.

Ever since the senseless police murder of Breonna Taylor on March 13th, Rep. Scott has been on the frontline, marching with her constituents and demanding justice. Within the Kentucky State Legislature, she is pushing legislation to ban tear gas after experiencing the pain herself. With a clear vision for the future, she continues to protect and uplift her community on the path towards racial justice and equality.

Senator Sarauw on navigating identify, transparency and truth in the political arena and what she would do as POTUS right now!

Discussions on intersectionality and alternatives to Donald Trump's methods re: Black Lives Matter and COVID-19 with Senator Washington from Maryland's 43rd District.

Assemblymember Cristina Garcia has been paving the way for women legislators in California for years. She's not afraid to challenge the status quo and set a new standard for women based on comfort, practicality and productivity. Her stories will move you to find your own authenticity within whatever position of power you hold.

We're all balancing a lot right now but Senator Leyva's stories are a wonderful antidote to the stress of a global pandemic. From her morning routine to her bills on the senate floor, she fights relentlessly for women every day. In these 20 minutes you'll hear discussion on everything from the Senator's Starbucks order to the vulnerabilities and struggle that accompany a life dedicated to public service.For the senator's full bio please click HERE