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The BGG Podcast - Mia Ives-Rublee: “Talk to us, not at us.”

The BGG podcast is back for Season 3! The Brown Girl's Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A’shanti Gholar speaks to activist Mia Ives-Rublee. Mia Ives-Rublee is a disabled Korean-American transracial adoptee who refuses to be limited by the boundaries other people set for her. From organizing the Women’s March Disability Caucus to working on Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s campaign, Mia talks about

Six for SiX Spotlight: State Representative Attica Scott (KY)

The Brown Girls Guide to Politics is proud to partner with the State Innovation Exchange's (SiX) Democracy Project and Reproductive Freedom Leadership Council to bring you a spotlight on six women of color legislators who are shaping progressive change in the states. Today, we are spotlighting State Representative Attica Scott (Kentucky). What was the moment that made you fall in love with politics? I was born into it. I grew up in the projects of Louisville--a place of finan

The BGG Podcast - Andrea Mercado & Lorella Praeli: “How we show up for people in crisis matters.”

The BGG podcast is back for Season 3! The Brown Girl's Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A’shanti Gholar speaks to Andrea Mercado, Executive Director of New Florida Majority, an organization that aims to center federal, state and local legislative conversations and policies around those who have historically been kept at the margins. A’shanti is also joined by Lorella Praeli, President of

The BGG Podcast - Aimee Allison & Joy-Ann Reid: “Do Not Be Afraid To Show Up"

The BGG podcast is back for Season 3! The Brown Girl's Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A’shanti Gholar speaks to Aimee Allison, Founder and President of She the People, and Joy-Ann Reid, the host of MSNBC's AM Joy. They discuss the importance and power of political engagement for women of color. In the BGG to Politics blog, A’shanti created a space for women of color to learn about the c

BlackHer Releases "The Black Woman's Guide To The 2020 Election"

From BlackHer: As we write this guide, there’s American carnage (to borrow a phrase) on the U.S. political scene. President Trump has been impeached by the U.S. House of Representatives for bribing a foreign government and trying to rig the next election. Unfortunately, his corrupt actions were deemed A-OK by the Republican members of the Senate, who voted to acquit. American intelligence officials have reported that Russians are interfering in our elections (AGAIN) to help r

BHM 2020: Why the Voices of Black Women Need To Be Heard In The 2020 Election Cycle By Jamesa Bailey

It’s been 100 years since white women first received the right to vote. For many Black women, that right did not come until the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. That right to vote is still constantly under threat today, and yet Black women are among the most influential voting blocs in this country. You’ve heard it before, we’re the “backbone of the Democratic Party,” we “carry the party on our backs,” we “flex our electoral muscle.” Time and time again, together, Bl

Be A BGG Guest Contributor For Womxn's History Month!

We want to hear from The BGG community for Womxn's History Month! As part of our 2020 Womxn's History Month Series, we are looking to share inspirational stories from Black, Indigenous, womxn of color politics! If you are interested in writing for us, here are the guidelines: The post should relate to an aspect of your political journey such as: Why/how you got involved in politics Your desire to run for office or why you ran for office (if applicable) Why we need more repres

The BGG Podcast - What Can We Expect in 2020?

In the season two finale, A’shanti speaks with Tiffany Loftin (Director of the NAACP Youth & College Division), Emily Crerand (National Campaigns Director of League of Conservation Voters), and Anisha Singh (Director of Judiciary and Democracy Affairs at the Planned Parenthood Action Fund). They talk about what we can expect from the 2020 presidential election and how women of color are shaping our democracy. This episode was recorded live at the George Washington Graduate Sc

Be A BGG Guest Contributor For Black History Month!

We want to hear from The BGG community for Black History Month! As part of our 2020 Black History Month Series, we are looking to share inspirational stories from Black women in politics! If you are interested in writing for us, here are the guidelines: The post should relate to an aspect of your political journey such as: Why/how you got involved in politics Your desire to run for office or why you ran for office (if applicable) Why we need more representation of Black women

The BGG Podcast - Women Of Color Leading Progressive Organizations

In this episode, A'shanti chats with women of color leading some of the top progressive organizations. Hear how Rahna Epting of MoveOn, Yvette Simpson of Democracy for America, and Karundi Williams of re:power got their start in politics and what they have learned along the way. The Brown Girl's Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A’shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the f

The BGG Podcast - LaTosha Brown of Black Voters MatteR Fund

LaTosha Brown is keeping Martin Luther King's "Dream" alive. In this episode, A'shanti speaks with LaTosha Brown, the co-founder of Black Voters Matter Fund. LaTosha talks about what led her to fight for voting rights, the importance of giving back, and how we must protect our right to vote. The Brown Girl's Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A’shanti Gholar leads conversations with women c

The BGG Podcast - The Women's March 2020

In this special bonus episode, A'shanti speaks with Women's March Board Members Isa Noyola, Lucy Flores, and Samia Assed. They talk about how they got involved in politics and activism, and share how the Women's March will show up on January 18, 2020. The Brown Girl's Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A’shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics. Episodes in

The BGG Podcast - Women of Color Leading On Capitol Hill

Meet some of the women shaping policy on Capitol Hill! We partnered with the Black Women’s Congressional Alliance to bring you another live roundtable discussion with Keenan Austin Reed, Cietta Kiandoli, Sonali Desai, Christina Henderson, and Angela Ramirez. They discuss why they chose a career in public service, and offer advice for other women who aspire to work on Capitol Hill. Special thanks to ActBlue for sponsoring this episode. The Brown Girl's Guide to Politics Podcas

The BGG Podcast - Women of Color Leading National Democratic Political Committees

Season 2 of the podcast continues! Throughout the rest of the season, we’ll be sharing roundtable discussions that were recorded live with incredible Brown girls. In the first episode in this series, you’ll hear from senior women of color leaders across the National Democratic Committees. They discuss what it takes to elect women of color, the grueling work of campaigns, imposter syndrome, and finding your squad. Get ready for a phenomenal discussion with Lucinda Guinn (Execu

The BGG Podcast - Senator Elizabeth Warren: “Persist.”

In this episode, host A’shanti Gholar talks to Senator Elizabeth Warren. This is the second episode that features one of the Democratic presidential candidates in the lead up to 2020. Senator Warren answers questions from the BGG community and shared why racism is not just an issue for Black and Brown people. The Brown Girl's Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A’shanti Gholar leads conversa

She The People's 20 Women Of Color In Politics To Watch In 2020 Including The BGG's A'shanti Gholar

By Aimee Allison, Founder of She The People in Elle Magazine: She the People’s 20 for 2020 list highlights women of color organizers, elected leaders, and strategists across the country who will play a crucial role leading up to the 2020 election. Many of these women hail from battleground states—Texas, Florida, Georgia, Arizona, Michigan, and Wisconsin, among others—where their work will undoubtedly play a key role in shaping the results of the election and the future of our

The BGG Podcast - Kat Calvin & Lakshmi Sridaran: “Stay grounded.”

Let's talk about women leading organizations! In this episode, host A’shanti Gholar talks to Kat Calvin, Founder of Spread the Vote, and Lakshmi Sridaran, Interim Co-Executive Director of South Asian Americans Leading Together (SAALT). Kat talks about how Spread the Vote works to ensure people have what they need to vote, from obtaining an ID to actually showing up on Election Day. Lakshmi talks about how social justice is rooted in policy and shares how SAALT advocates for c

The BGG Podcast - Senator Cory Booker: “Walk by faith.”

In this episode, host A’shanti Gholar talks to Senator Cory Booker. This is the first episode that features one of the Democratic presidential candidates in the lead up to 2020. Senator Booker answers questions from the BGG community and shares what inspired him to run for president, and how he hopes to champion women as president. The Brown Girl's Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A’shant

The BGG Podcast - Dr. Gabriela Lemus & Mayra Macias: “I know who I am and what I stand for.”

Let's talk about women leading organizations! In this episode, host A’shanti Gholar talks to Dr. Gabriela Lemus, BGG Guide to Politics blog contributor and President of Mi Familia Vota, and Mayra Macias, Executive Director of Latino Victory. Gabriela talks about navigating misogyny and racism, not sacrificing your values, and pushing forward progressive change. Mayra talks about how Latinas are driving a surge in voter turnout in local races, the progress we’ve made, and the

The BGG Podcast - Rachael Lorenzo: "Take up space."

We are celebrating Native American Heritage Month on The BGG podcast! All month long during Native American Heritage month, host A’shanti Gholar is speaking with native women in politics. On this episode, A’shanti talks to Rachael Lorenzo, a BGG contributor and the Co-Founder of Indigenous Women Rising. They talk about working in politics as an indigenous young parent, and how they take up space in and around political structures that were not built for people of color. The