Empowering Women in Politics

The Lean to the Left Podcast

Empowering Women in Politics

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ABOUT THIS VIDEO:

Erin Vilardi, founder and CEO of Vote Run Lead and Vote Run Lead Action, discusses women's representation in politics and challenges that they face as candidates.

Vilardi explains how her organization, now 10 years old, trains and supports female candidates, particularly those in underrepresented communities. The goal is to gain a majority of seats for women in state legislatures across the country.

Vilardi, as she explains Vote Run Lead Action's dedication to empowering women in politics, also comments about the impact of Donald Trump's record involving women and his claim that women like him, despite polling that shows Democrat Kamala Harris with a commanding lead among female voters.

The conversation covers the impact of Trump's recent comments, the dynamics at political conventions, and the strategies implemented by Vote Run Lead to improve women's representation. Vilardi sheds light on the barriers women face in entering politics and how the organization is paving the way for a more inclusive democratic process.

Tune in to gain insight into the importance of female leadership and the initiatives driving change ahead of the upcoming elections.

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About Bob Gatty

A former journalist and communications consultant, Bob Gatty is the founder and editor of the Lean to the Left blog and host of this podcast, which focuses on progressive politics and the important social issues of our time.

Our thanks to our guest, Erin Vilardi, for sharing her insight with us. We strongly support her efforts at Vote Run Lead and Vote Run Lead Action. For more information, please visit https://vrlhq.org.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Trump's Struggle with Women Voters

00:27 Introducing Erin Vilardi and Vote Run Lead

01:34 Trump's Comments on Women and Feminism

04:48 The Democratic National Convention Experience

07:33 Vote Run Lead's Mission and Achievements

10:10 Challenges and Strategies for Women in Politics

12:37 Supporting Women Candidates and Overcoming Barriers

19:24 Voter Suppression and Election Integrity

25:40 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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