Girl and The Gov, The Podcast Maddie Medved & Sammy Kanter

 How does being the youngest parent in Congress impact how one thinks about policy and its impacts? It’s a question we asked Congressman Auchincloss [D-MA] who has made one of his central policy focuses online safety. And to that, we chat about legislative change and cultural change that’s needed to improve the mental health of kids and adults alike, keep kids safe online, and encourage more touching grass time. Social media and big tech and how to rein them in are central to this episode's discussion as well. 

Rep. Auchincloss: https://auchincloss.house.gov/

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Will Rollins is running for Congress in SoCal with the goal of thoughtfully escorting the current Republican incumbent to the curb (of one of the buildings that said incumbent allegedly owns and has raised rent prices on for residents during a housing crisis). In this episode, we chat with him about this race, his prior run, and the critical nature of name recognition. We also zero in on the need to stop the clown show in Congress and a desperate need for more normal people to run for office. There’s a lot that can change with this seat, and we get into it all.

Will Rollins for Congress: https://willrollinsforcongress.com/

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All eyes are on the swing state of Nevada this episode because we brought on Nevada State Senate Majority Leader, Nicole Cannizzaro to chat all about the state’s politics, its purple reputation, and an issue that’s top of mind for voters – abortion. We discuss ballot measures, the inter-party politics, and how the state’s independent streak plays a role. Also central to our convo are the behind the scenes moments of being a state Senate Majority leader, career tips, and life with two kids, a husband, and several pets, including a cat named Jeff.

NV State Senate Majority Leader, Nicole Cannizzaro: https://www.leg.state.nv.us/App/Legislator/A/Senate/Current/6

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Ted Cruz could lose his job this year. Not exactly a devastating loss to say the least. But the focus should be on what would be gained if this happens, specifically if Texas Congressman Colin Allred wins the race [for US Senate]. From our conversation with the Congressman, it would mean more bipartisan solutions, more wins for veterans, more wins for healthcare access, and a Senator that doesn’t flee the state during a weather crisis. There’s a lot on the [yard] line for Texans [and this country] according to the multi-hyphenate Congressman [pro football player-voting rights lawyer-Texas native-Congressman to name a few of the many], this year, and his campaign is bringing that message across the state, and to this episode of the podcast. 

Colin Allred: https://colinallred.com/
Colin Allred on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@colinallredtx
Colin Allred on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/colinallred/

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What’s the political landscape in Idaho? Is it really that conservative? Is there a reason the state seems to embrace right-wingers? And what do people think Dems are trying to take from them? These questions and more on the very red state are answered by Democratic Congressional candidate, Kaylee Peterson. She walks us through the state’s media deserts and how that impacts the landscapes, how isolation contributes to fear, and who/what comes into the stoke the flames. We also chat about her campaign, why she’s running, and the need to build party infrastructure in the state.

Kaylee Peterson for Congress: https://kayleeforcongress.com/

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What goes down in PA’s HD-137? Anna Thomas, candidate for state house in the district fills us in. From the magical small businesses to the need for more transportation for commuters this candidate puts a spotlight on it all. She also gives us the lay of the land with voters – what they’re looking for and what issues matter to them most of all.

Anna Thomas on Insta: annaforpenna
Anna Thomas: https://annarthomas.com/

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