Civics Undaunted Patrick Johnson

Civics Undaunted 1 Are you 1 in 4? Patrick interviews Sarah Suggs, President and CEO of the Sandra Day O'Connor Institute for American Democracy. On today's episode, we discuss the Civics for Life program, the changing level of civic education in America, and how civic engagement can become part of your everyday life
Today's Guest: Sarah SuggsSarah Suggs is a third-generation Arizonan whose extensive career has taken her to the east and west coasts before returning to her native state in 2001. She has served as an executive for Pivotal Group, a private equity and real estate investment firm, KSL, a KKR, Kohlberg, Kravis, and Roberts company, and as Executive Director of The National Women’s Hall of Fame in New York, which recognizes and celebrates the achievements of extraordinary American women. A community volunteer since the age of 12, Ms. Suggs has held several leadership positions including Phoenix Heart Ball Chairman, Arizona Science Center Gala Chairman, Women’s Board of the Barrow Neurological Foundation, a Founder of Phoenix Children’s Hospital Leadership Circle and Past President of Charter 100, whose purpose is to recognize outstanding women in the community and provide a forum for their interaction. Honorary members include former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor and former Arizona Governors Rose Mofford, Jane Dee Hull, and Janet Napolitano.
Key Takeaways:Only 1 in 4 Americans can name a branch of government.Thriving communities start with local activism/engagement.Individuals can make the biggest difference.
Links:O'Connor InstituteCivics for LifeBeyond The Public Square: Imagining Digital Democracyhttps://www.thecivicsinstitute.com/
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Civics Undaunted 16 Emotions in Politics Another solocast this week where we dive into the role of emotions in politics and the role of logic in policy making.
Key Takeaways:Voting is an emotional act not a rational oneUnderstanding the interplay between emotion and logic in politics will make you a better advocate and activistEmotions can override logical thought
Links:Drew Westen's TwitterThe Political Brain: The Role of Emotion In Deciding The Fate Of The Nationhttps://www.thecivicsinstitute.com/
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Civics Undaunted 15 National Voter Registration Day With just over 6 weeks until the midterm elections here are a few ways you can get involved and learn what you need to know to make informed decision!
Key Takeaways:Make sure you are registered to vote.Find a candidate that you can endorse and tell others about.Meet people where they are, don't pressure those that are not ready to listen. You don't have to do it all right now, find the tasks that are comfortable to you.Don't forget that local journalism is very important and helpful when looking for information on candidates.
Links:https://www.vote411.org/ https://ballotpedia.org/Main_Pagehttps://www.thecivicsinstitute.com/
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Civics Undaunted 14 Have an Idea? Share it! Patrick interviews Jen Huynh-Doto, a Strategic Sourcing Manager, a former National Board Member for the International Fraternity of Delta Sigma Pi, and a current Board member for the Civics Institute. On today's episode we discuss the ways to spark engagement and activism within an organization.
Today's Guest: Jen Huynh-DotoJen Huynh-Doto is a world traveler, and works to disrupt the status quo and push for a better world in every organization she is a part of.
Links:Jen's Twitter: @JenHuynhPWJen's Instagram: @jennhuynhhhBolman and Deal's Four-Frame Modelhttps://www.thecivicsinstitute.com/
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Civics Undaunted 13 Internal Activism: Changing Things From the Inside Patrick interviews Jen Huynh-Doto, a Strategic Sourcing Manager, a former National Board Member for the International Fraternity of Delta Sigma Pi, and a current Board member for the Civics Institute. On today's episode we discuss the ways to spark engagement and activism within an organization.
Today's Guest: Jen Huynh-DotoJen Huynh-Doto is a world traveler, and works to disrupt the status quo and push for a better world in every organization she is a part of.
Key Takeaways:You need people and to know the key stakeholdersChange is achieved by unfreezing the organization from the status quoBolman & Deal's Model highlights what is needed for changeIt's all about relationshipsThere is no life experience you've had that isn't valuable
Links:Jen's Twitter: @JenHuynhPWJen's Instagram: @jennhuynhhhBolman and Deal's Four-Frame Modelhttps://www.thecivicsinstitute.com/
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