<p>First, a quick rundown of some of the previous guests who are on the ballot today -- some of the 271 Run for Something folks up for a vote! Then, a conversation with Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett, who went from lawyer to the state representative, fighting hard for voting rights, equality, and safety. As a new member of the legislature, she was constantly told to sit down and stay behind the scenes, but that's not Jasmine's style. Listen in then help her out at <a href="https://www.jasminefor100.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl= "https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.jasminefor100.com/&source=gmail&ust=1635546390394000&usg=AFQjCNEsLkLLhDy24aBbUPwuOK4Eh8RQiA"> https://www.jasminefor100.com/</a>.</p> <p>Produced by <a href="dearmedia.com">Dear Media.</a></p>

Brianna Lennon explains what county clerk actually does & why you might want to be one

Amanda Litman is the co-founder and executive director of Run for Something (and the author of a book by the same name) -- since launching in 2017, RFS has recruited 60,000 people to run for local office across the country. Every Tuesday, you'll meet some of the RFS candidates (and newly elected public servants!): They're parents, scientists, teachers, refugees, artists, veterans, and more, of all races and ethnicities -- the one thing they all share is their commitment to solving problems in their communities. If you're new to the political process, don't worry, we'll explain how the whole thing works. Subscribe and listen in for a conversation about politics in 2020 that, in spite of everything, will make you hopeful for the future.