On this week's episode of VoteTalks, Ashley Craven, candidate for Oak Ridge Board of Education, and her campaign manager, Chase Lindsey, welcome Tennessee Senator London Lamar. As a legislator and mother, Senator Lamar provides unique insights into the intersection of politics and parenting, highlighting how having mothers in elected positions brings a critical urgency to issues like education and childcare.
Senator Lamar shares her journey from early political involvement in high school to founding the Shelby County Young Democrats and eventually serving in the legislature. Our discussion delves into key topics such as the legislative process, the push for universal pre-K, the importance of culturally competent healthcare, and the need for comprehensive parental services. We also explore the challenges and opportunities of breaking the supermajority in Tennessee’s legislature to ensure diverse voices are heard and policy debates are fair.
Join us for this enlightening conversation as we discuss the vital role of diverse perspectives in government, the challenges of balancing motherhood and a political career, and the significant issues at stake in the upcoming elections.
For more information about Senator Lamar, visit her website at londonlamar.com.
To learn more about Ashley Craven's campaign for Oak Ridge Board of Education, visit voteacraven.com
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