Episode 8: Down Ballot Races & Local Elections

With a failed administration rotting from the head, the stink of Donald Trump has reached not only Republican members of the House and Senate up for reelection, but all the way down to the local GOP candidates and the elections that shape the communities you live in. Year after year, an increasing majority of Americans poll in favor of a future with forward Democratic and progressive leadership and ideals.   Marti Gould Cummings, candidate for NY Council-District 7 in 2021, breaks down the importance of down ballot races/local elections and how the results directly impact your life. Marti talks about their calling not only activism, but to run for public office and the importance of staying involved in your city and town's politics and government once election day comes and goes.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices