• EP 1 - Overcoming Barriers: New York State Senator Liz Krueger's Path from Advocacy to NY State Senate

  • Oct 29 2024
  • Length: 36 mins
  • Podcast

EP 1 - Overcoming Barriers: New York State Senator Liz Krueger's Path from Advocacy to NY State Senate

  • Summary

  • In this episode of Exploring Women in Politics, host Lena Yan sits down with New York State Senator Liz Krueger to delve into her extraordinary transition from nonprofit advocacy to a successful political career. Krueger opens up about being unexpectedly drafted to run for office, the obstacles she faced, and the steep learning curve she navigated along the way. She provides invaluable advice for women considering politics, emphasizing resilience, self-awareness, and the importance of stepping into the arena despite challenges. The discussion touches on gender-specific struggles, societal expectations, and personal strategies she employed, such as debating Republican bills to sharpen her skills. Krueger's candid recount of her experiences, including a notable confrontation with a Republican senator, offers both inspiration and practical guidance for aspiring female politicians.


    Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction to Exploring Women in Politics

    00:35 Interview with New York State Senator Liz Krueger

    00:47 Liz Krueger's Unexpected Entry into Politics

    03:19 The Campaign Journey and Challenges

    10:30 Advice for Women Entering Politics

    13:17 Challenges for Women in Politics

    13:33 New York State Senate Journey

    14:01 Increasing Female Representation

    14:40 Diversity in Politics

    15:06 Encouraging Women to Run

    15:46 Handling Rejection and Failure

    17:10 Gender Critiques in Politics

    18:33 Adapting to Political Expectations

    20:23 Building Political Resilience

    21:39 Debating and Strategy

    22:30 Confronting Political Adversaries

    24:57 Honesty and Goals in Politics

    More about our guest:

    https://www.nysenate.gov/senators/liz-krueger/about

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liz_Krueger

    https://twitter.com/lizkrueger?lang=en



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