http://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politicsWeekly show dedicated to discussing all aspects of women's participation in politics with the goal of engaging, educating & empowering women politically.enCopyright Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sun, 16 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMTWed, 11 Jun 2014 14:30:00 GMTPoliticsBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/6936327b-8fc6-4bf0-bd1d-b585f46db855_mitchem_rasmussen_cmyk-01.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politicsWeekly show dedicated to discussing all aspects of women's participation in politics with the goal of engaging, educating & empowering women politically.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.compolitics,women,congress,women in politics,chicago,feminism,girls,leadership,legislature,political parityMitchem Rasmussen MedianoWeekly show dedicated to discussing all aspects of women's participation in politics with the goal of engaging, educating & empowering women politically.episodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/06/11/discussing-the-work-of-women-lead-arkansas-with-founder-stephanie-m-harrisPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/06/11/discussing-the-work-of-women-lead-arkansas-with-founder-stephanie-m-harris/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/06/11/discussing-the-work-of-women-lead-arkansas-with-founder-stephanie-m-harrisWed, 11 Jun 2014 14:30:00 GMTDiscussing the Work of Women Lead Arkansas with Founder Stephanie M. HarrisHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by Stephanie M. Harris, Founder of Women Lead Arkansas for a discussion of the organization's work along with the political and economic of Arkansas women and girls.  00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianowomen in politics,politics,women,girls,feminismHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by Stephanie M. Harris, Founder of Women Lead Arkansas for a discussion of the organization's work along with thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/06/10/dissecting-congressional-dysfunction-with-lorelei-kellyPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/06/10/dissecting-congressional-dysfunction-with-lorelei-kelly/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/06/10/dissecting-congressional-dysfunction-with-lorelei-kellyTue, 10 Jun 2014 13:00:00 GMTDissecting Congressional Dysfunction with Lorelei KellyHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by Lorelei Kelly to discuss the dysnfuction in Congress. Lorelei is the founder or director of five projects in Washington, D.C. with the purpose of system-level change in information flows between Congress and American citizens. She joined the New America Foundation's Open Technology Institute to pilot Smart Congress — a de-centralized system of expert knowledge and civic participation methods to modernize Congress and increase evidence-based decision making. OTI’s mission is to build a peaceful, connected and open global public square for the 21st Century. Lorelei is a civil-military expert, and — during this time of transition — is looking at the governance implications of distributed power, including the limits of military force. She is examining the requirements of a security strategy for civil society, i.e. privacy, the right to be connected and how citizens can better spend their social capital for political power. Lorelei has degrees from Grinnell College and Stanford University. 00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianopolitics,congress,women in politics,feminism,women candidatesHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by Lorelei Kelly to discuss the dysnfuction in Congress. Lorelei is the founder or director of five projects in Whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/05/22/joyce-johnson-on-political-activism-and-womens-political-participationPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/05/22/joyce-johnson-on-political-activism-and-womens-political-participation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/05/22/joyce-johnson-on-political-activism-and-womens-political-participationThu, 22 May 2014 14:00:00 GMTJoyce Johnson on Political Activism and Women's Political ParticipationHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will interview lifeelong activist and public servant Joyce S. Johnson. The two will discuss Johnson's extensive works as a community activist and leader in New  York. The current political climate in New York state with regard to women and ways that women in the state can be politically active.  00:31:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianopolitical commentary,Women,political parity,ERA,Equal Rights AmendmentHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will interview lifeelong activist and public servant Joyce S. Johnson. The two will discuss Johnson's extensive works as a commuhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/05/21/status-of-il-women-in-politics-and-the-democratic-women-of-the-south-suburbsPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/05/21/status-of-il-women-in-politics-and-the-democratic-women-of-the-south-suburbs/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/05/21/status-of-il-women-in-politics-and-the-democratic-women-of-the-south-suburbsWed, 21 May 2014 14:00:00 GMTStatus of IL Women in Politics and the Democratic Women of the South SuburbsHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by Donna Miller, current Presidenht of the Democratic Women of the South Suburbs. Miller was also a candidate for the Illinois State Senate in 2012. Guest and host will discuss the political status of Illinois women in politics and how the work of the Democratic Women of the South Suburbs is impacting this status. The Democratic Women of the South Suburb's mission is to unite, promote, encourage, recruit and support Illinois women of the Democratic Party specifically in the South Suburbs of Cook and Will Counties. 00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianowomen in politics,illinois,women,politics,chicagoHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by Donna Miller, current Presidenht of the Democratic Women of the South Suburbs. Miller was also a candidate forhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/05/07/delia-garcia-on-latinas-in-politicsPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/05/07/delia-garcia-on-latinas-in-politics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/05/07/delia-garcia-on-latinas-in-politicsWed, 07 May 2014 20:00:00 GMTDelia Garcia on Latinas in PoliticsDelia Garcia, ex miembro de la Cámara de Representantes de Kansas, se une a la anfitriona Elianne Ramos para el episodio de estreno delRadio en Español presentado por Women in Politics. Garcia represento al distrito 103 de Kansas ente el 2005 y el 2010. Ella fue la primera Latina y la mujer mas joven a ser electa para la legislatura de Kansas. Delia Garcia, former member of the Kansas House of Representatives, joins Host Elianne Ramos for the premier episode of Women in Politics Radio en Español. Garcia represented Kansas' 103 District from 2005 to 2010. She was the first Latina and youngest woman to be elected to Kansas' state legislature.   00:31:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianopolitics,women in politics,latinas,hispanic women,latinoDelia Garcia, ex miembro de la Cámara de Representantes de Kansas, se une a la anfitriona Elianne Ramos para el episodio de estreno delRadio en Español presentahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/04/28/talking-politics-with-atima-omara-president-of-the-young-democrats-of-americaPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/04/28/talking-politics-with-atima-omara-president-of-the-young-democrats-of-america/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/04/28/talking-politics-with-atima-omara-president-of-the-young-democrats-of-americaMon, 28 Apr 2014 14:00:00 GMTTalking Politics with Atima Omara, President of the Young Democrats of AmericaKimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined on Women in Politics Radio by guest, Atima Omara. Omara is the current President of the Young Democrats of America. They will discuss the work of the Young Dems along with the political concerns of millennial age voters.  00:27:00Mitchem Rasmussen MedianoYoung Democrats,Democrats,Millennial,Women,Young WomenKimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined on Women in Politics Radio by guest, Atima Omara. Omara is the current President of the Young Democrats of America. Thhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/04/24/talking-politics-with-tonja-mccoy-candidate-for-maryland-house-of-delegatesPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/04/24/talking-politics-with-tonja-mccoy-candidate-for-maryland-house-of-delegates/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2014/04/24/talking-politics-with-tonja-mccoy-candidate-for-maryland-house-of-delegatesThu, 24 Apr 2014 17:00:00 GMTTalking Politics with Tonja McCoy, Candidate for Maryland House of DelegatesCandidate for Maryland House of Delegates, Tonja McCoy will be Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen's guest on Women in Politics Radio this Thursday. McCoy and Miltchem-Rasmussen will discuss the campaign and the political status of Maryland women.  00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianomaryland,politics,women,candidates,political campaignsCandidate for Maryland House of Delegates, Tonja McCoy will be Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen's guest on Women in Politics Radio this Thursday. McCoy and Miltchem-Rhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/11/22/whats-in-your-24-with-dana-simone-stovallPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/11/22/whats-in-your-24-with-dana-simone-stovall/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/11/22/whats-in-your-24-with-dana-simone-stovallFri, 22 Nov 2013 14:30:00 GMT"What's in Your 24?" with Dana Simone StovallHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by author Dana Simone Stovall to discuss her new book "What's in Your 24?  How to Get It Done Without Getting Outdone." This book is 60 pages of practical advice for all women juggling the responsibilities of modern day life.  00:31:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianowomen,career,life,motherhood,politicsHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by author Dana Simone Stovall to discuss her new book "What's in Your 24?  How to Get It Done Without Getting Outhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/11/18/the-power-of-collaborationPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/11/18/the-power-of-collaboration/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/11/18/the-power-of-collaborationMon, 18 Nov 2013 15:30:00 GMTThe Power of Collaboration Host Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined Shelly Albright, Kalinthia Dillard and Samantha Schosberg Feuer to discuss the power of building coalitions among women. This group of Palm Beach County, Florida women formed a coalition to host Women on the Run Palm Beach to provide training for women interested in running for public office or becoming more engaged community leaders.  00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianowomen,community,politics,leadership,floridaHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined Shelly Albright, Kalinthia Dillard and Samantha Schosberg Feuer to discuss the power of building coalitions amonghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/02/22/state-of-education-in-americaPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/02/22/state-of-education-in-america/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/02/22/state-of-education-in-americaFri, 22 Feb 2013 16:00:00 GMTState of Education in AmericaHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by Chicago based Education Consultant, Gia Orr to discuss the current state of education in America. 00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianoeducation,politics,chicago,women,congressHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by Chicago based Education Consultant, Gia Orr to discuss the current state of education in America.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/02/18/robert-m-levy-a-career-in-lobbyingPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/02/18/robert-m-levy-a-career-in-lobbying/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/02/18/robert-m-levy-a-career-in-lobbyingMon, 18 Feb 2013 15:00:00 GMTRobert M. Levy: A Career in LobbyingHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by Robert M. Levy, President of Robert M. Levy and Associates to discuss his lifelong career in politics, government affairs and lobbying. 00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianowomen,politics,legislature,lobbying,governmentHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by Robert M. Levy, President of Robert M. Levy and Associates to discuss his lifelong career in politics, governmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/01/16/watchdog-causes-llc-and-social-media-activismPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/01/16/watchdog-causes-llc-and-social-media-activism/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/01/16/watchdog-causes-llc-and-social-media-activismWed, 16 Jan 2013 15:00:00 GMTWatchdog Causes, LLC and Social Media Activism Scott Crider and Morgan Robinson-Crider, founder of Watchdog Causes, LLC will join host Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen to discuss their work and the impact of social media on politics.  Watchdog Causes is a unique digital marketing consultancy. Its founders, best known as the creators of the hugely successful social media campaign, “Dogs Against Romney,” specialize in social media, interactive marketing, online marketing, technology integration, and the creation of high quality content designed to leverage viral opportunities. Watchdog’s founders, Scott Crider and Morgan Robinson-Crider, are social media and online/interactive marketing specialists. Each has more than 25 years of experience, 16-years of which includes comprehensive digital marketing experience. Together, Scott and Morgan are able to provide clients with the full spectrum of social media and interactive/online marketing services. 00:29:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianosocial media,politics,campaigns,watchdog causes llc,onlineScott Crider and Morgan Robinson-Crider, founder of Watchdog Causes, LLC will join host Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen to discuss their work and the impact of socihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/01/09/janita-poes-career-in-journalismPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/01/09/janita-poes-career-in-journalism/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2013/01/09/janita-poes-career-in-journalismWed, 09 Jan 2013 15:00:00 GMTJanita Poe's Career in Journalism Host Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by jounalist, Janita Poe. Janita Poe is the Montgomery Hub Director for The Alabama Media Group and an award-winning journalist with more than two decades experience in the news business. She has worked as a staff writer and editor for the Chicago Tribune, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC), the St. Petersburg Times and The Orlando Sentinel. During the 1990s, Janita was a regular education and schools commentator on the popular journalists’ weekly “Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review with Joel Weisman” on WTTW in Chicago. While on staff for the Chicago Tribune, Janita also appeared as an on-air community news reporter for the Tribune Company’s cable station, Chicagoland TV (CLTV). Janita was a bureau chief and national “roving” reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution in the 2000s and parachuted in to cover government and race relations in Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina and breaking news stories across the country. In September 2010, Janita moved to digital media when she became the first editor of Cascade Patch. As editor of Cascade Patch, Janita cultivated a loyal following of readers with her site’s consistent mix of breaking news, features, commentary and evening video reels known as “PatchCasts,” which highlighted the news of the day. She also branded herself as a strong social media influencer on BlogTalkRadio, Quora, Twitpic, Twitter, WordPress and Facebook, where she has the maximum 5,000 “friends.” In September 2012, Janita became Montgomery hub director for The Alabama Media Group--a digital news operation resulting from the merger of almost all of the major Alabama and Gulf Coast publications including the Birmingham News, The Huntsville Times, the Mobile Press-Register and Al.com, the largest news website in the state. 00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianojournalism,alabama,janita poe,politics,birminghamHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by jounalist, Janita Poe. Janita Poe is the Montgomery Hub Director for The Alabama Media Group and an award-winhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/12/21/the-work-of-the-womens-emergency-networkPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/12/21/the-work-of-the-womens-emergency-network/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/12/21/the-work-of-the-womens-emergency-networkFri, 21 Dec 2012 15:00:00 GMTThe Work of the Women's Emergency Network Host Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by Judith Freedberg, Board Chair of the Women's Emergency Network. The Women’s Emergency Network (WEN),  a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization in Miami, Florida, was founded to afford marginalized women and girls with an unwanted pregnancy access to all their options guaranteed by law.  WEN also engages in education and advocacy to further women’s rights in general and to assure their access to high quality comprehensive reproductive health care in particular. 00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianowomen,politics,congress,florida,pregnancyHost Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen will be joined by Judith Freedberg, Board Chair of the Women's Emergency Network. The Women’s Emergency Network (WEN),  a 501(c)http://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/12/14/the-work-of-planned-parenthoodPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/12/14/the-work-of-planned-parenthood/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/12/14/the-work-of-planned-parenthoodFri, 14 Dec 2012 15:00:00 GMTThe Work of Planned Parenthood Judith Selzer, Vice President of Public Policy & Communications for Planned Parenthood South Florida & Treasure Coast will join Women in Politics Radio host Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen to discuss the mission, history and work of Planned Parenthood. 00:23:00Mitchem Rasmussen MedianoPlanned Parenthood,politics,women,president,electionJudith Selzer, Vice President of Public Policy & Communications for Planned Parenthood South Florida & Treasure Coast will join Women in Politics Radio host Kimhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/11/16/joanne-bamberger-on-women-social-media-and-politicsPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/11/16/joanne-bamberger-on-women-social-media-and-politics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/11/16/joanne-bamberger-on-women-social-media-and-politicsFri, 16 Nov 2012 15:00:00 GMTJoanne Bamberger on Women, Social Media and Politics Tune in to Women in Politics Radio with guest Joanne Bamberger, author of PunditMom’s Mothers of Intention: How Women & Social Media are Revolutionizing Politics in America. Host Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen and Joanne Bamberger will discuss her new book as well as the impact of social media and women on the 2012 election.  00:29:00Mitchem Rasmussen MedianoJoanne Bamberger,punditmom,social media,politics,womenTune in to Women in Politics Radio with guest Joanne Bamberger, author of PunditMom’s Mothers of Intention: How Women & Social Media are Revolutionizing Politihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/11/14/2012-election-review-with-debbie-halvorson-part-2Politicshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/11/14/2012-election-review-with-debbie-halvorson-part-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/11/14/2012-election-review-with-debbie-halvorson-part-2Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:00:00 GMT2012 Election Review with Debbie Halvorson Part 2Tune in to Women in Politics Radio with guest Debbie Halvorson, author of Playing Ball with the Big Boys and former U.S. Representative for Illinois’ 11thCongressional district. Host Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen and Halvorson will to recap the 2012 election results and the implications of these results for women.  Tweet your questions for our guest to @TheWIPMedia. 00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianowomen,politics,Debbie Halvorson,congress,chicagoTune in to Women in Politics Radio with guest Debbie Halvorson, author of Playing Ball with the Big Boys and former U.S. Representative for Illinois’ 11thCongrehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/11/09/recapping-the-2012-election-with-debbie-halvorsonPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/11/09/recapping-the-2012-election-with-debbie-halvorson/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/11/09/recapping-the-2012-election-with-debbie-halvorsonFri, 09 Nov 2012 19:00:00 GMT2012 Election review with Debbie Halvorson Part 1 Tune in to Women in Politics Radio with guest Debbie Halvorson, author of Playing Ball with the Big Boys and former U.S. Representative for Illinois’ 11th Congressional district. Host Kimberly Mitchem-Rasmussen and Halvorson will to recap the 2012 election results and the implications of these results for women.  Tweet your questions for our guest to @TheWIPMedia.  00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen MedianoCongress,politics,Debbie Halvorson,women,electionTune in to Women in Politics Radio with guest Debbie Halvorson, author of Playing Ball with the Big Boys and former U.S. Representative for Illinois’ 11th Conghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/09/14/the-power-of-media-in-politicsPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/09/14/the-power-of-media-in-politics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/09/14/the-power-of-media-in-politicsFri, 14 Sep 2012 14:00:00 GMTThe Power of Media in Politics Guest Colin Rogero, President of Revolution Media and Strategy will join us for "The Power of Media in Politics." Rogero is a past reciepient of the Pollie, Reed and Clio awards as well as one of Campaigns & Elections Rising Stars of 2011. He will discuss the significant role and at time dominating role that media often plays in politics.  00:41:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianopolitics,media,strategy,women,congressGuest Colin Rogero, President of Revolution Media and Strategy will join us for "The Power of Media in Politics." Rogero is a past reciepient of the Pollie, Rehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/09/12/monica-arias-arandas-journey-from-activist-to-political-canPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/09/12/monica-arias-arandas-journey-from-activist-to-political-can/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/09/12/monica-arias-arandas-journey-from-activist-to-political-canWed, 12 Sep 2012 14:00:00 GMTMonica Arias Miranda from Activist to Political Canididate Guest Monica Arias Miranda will join us to discuss her journey from activist to candidate for the New York State legislature. We'll discuss why she felt elected office was the next step in her journey and how she hopes to continue being an agent of change if elected to office.  00:36:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianopolitics,women,legislature,activist,politicsGuest Monica Arias Miranda will join us to discuss her journey from activist to candidate for the New York State legislature. We'll discuss why she felt electehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/09/11/women-politics-and-the-dnc-with-linda-colemanPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/09/11/women-politics-and-the-dnc-with-linda-coleman/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/09/11/women-politics-and-the-dnc-with-linda-colemanTue, 11 Sep 2012 22:00:00 GMTWomen, Politics and the DNC with Linda Coleman Linda Coleman, candidate for Lieutenant Governor in North Carolina will join us for a special program to recap the DNC and discuss women in politics including her own race for lieutenant governor.  00:57:00Mitchem Rasmussen MedianoNorth Carolina,linda coleman,DNC,women,politicsLinda Coleman, candidate for Lieutenant Governor in North Carolina will join us for a special program to recap the DNC and discuss women in politics includinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/08/31/status-of-women-in-kentucky-politicsPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/08/31/status-of-women-in-kentucky-politics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/08/31/status-of-women-in-kentucky-politicsFri, 31 Aug 2012 14:00:00 GMTStatus of Women in Kentucky Politics Teresa Isaac will be our guest. The former mayor of Lexington, Kentucky and candidate for Congress will discuss her career in politics and the status of Kentucky women in politics.  00:32:00Mitchem Rasmussen MedianoKentucky,politics,women,congress,mayorTeresa Isaac will be our guest. The former mayor of Lexington, Kentucky and candidate for Congress will discuss her career in politics and the status of Kentuchttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/08/17/what-women-want-in-our-next-presidentPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/08/17/what-women-want-in-our-next-president/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/08/17/what-women-want-in-our-next-presidentFri, 17 Aug 2012 14:00:00 GMTWhat Women Want in Our Next President Guests Coco Palenque Torre, Elaine Gehr and Gulzar Qureshi will join us for "What Women Want in Our Next President." This dynamic and diverse panel of 'real' women will talk about what they want from our next President and Congress. We will discuss how the issues definining the 2012 election are impacting their lives and those in their communities.  01:23:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianowomen,president,politics,congress,political institute for womenGuests Coco Palenque Torre, Elaine Gehr and Gulzar Qureshi will join us for "What Women Want in Our Next President." This dynamic and diverse panel of 'real' whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/08/03/smart-women-smart-girls-the-future-of-womens-leadershipPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/08/03/smart-women-smart-girls-the-future-of-womens-leadership/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/08/03/smart-women-smart-girls-the-future-of-womens-leadershipFri, 03 Aug 2012 14:00:00 GMTStrong Women Strong Girls "The Future of Women's Leadership"   Rhea Mokund Beck, Executive Director of Strong Women Strong Girls will be our guest. Rhea will discuss the mission and work of Strong Women Strong Girls. Strong Women, Strong Girls utilizes the lessons learned from strong women throughout history to encourage girls and young women to become strong women themselves. By building communities of women committed to supporting positive social change, Strong Women, Strong Girls works to create cycles of mutual empowerment for women and girls. 00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianostrong women strong girls,women,lindsay hyde,leadership,girlsRhea Mokund Beck, Executive Director of Strong Women Strong Girls will be our guest. Rhea will discuss the mission and work of Strong Women Strong Girls. Strhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/07/27/united-nations-international-day-of-the-girlPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/07/27/united-nations-international-day-of-the-girl/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/07/27/united-nations-international-day-of-the-girlFri, 27 Jul 2012 14:00:00 GMTUnited Nations' International Day of the Girl   Wendy Lesko, President of Day of the Girl will be our guest. Wendy will discuss the United Nation's International Day of the Girl which serves to recognize girls as a population that faces difficult challenges, including gender violence, early marriage, child labor, and discrimination at work. The term “girl child” is commonly used abroad to distinguish the unique challenges faced by those under age 18 from those faced by women. 00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianogirls,united nationals,day of the girl,politics,leadershipWendy Lesko, President of Day of the Girl will be our guest. Wendy will discuss the United Nation's International Day of the Girl which serves to recognize ghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/06/15/the-good-government-initiativePoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/06/15/the-good-government-initiative/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/06/15/the-good-government-initiativeFri, 15 Jun 2012 14:00:00 GMTThe Good Government Initiative Guest Katy Sorenson, CEO of the Good Government Initiative will join us to talk about this new, dynamic organization and it's work. Prior to founding Good Government Initiative Katy Sorenson served as a Commissioner on the Miami Dade County Commission and is a vital part of the south Florida political community.  00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianopolitics,Miami,Katy Sorenson,Good Government Initiative,WomenGuest Katy Sorenson, CEO of the Good Government Initiative will join us to talk about this new, dynamic organization and it's work. Prior to founding Good Govehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/06/11/women-the-votePoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/06/11/women-the-vote/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/06/11/women-the-voteMon, 11 Jun 2012 12:00:00 GMTWomen & the Vote Guests Diedre McNabb, President of the League of Women Voters of Florida and Belinda Pedroso, President of the  League of Women Voters of Georgia will discuss the work of the League of Women Voters and the impact that women can have on the upcoming elections. The LWV's has the mission of educating voters, registering voter, improving elections and improving government.   00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianovote,league of women voters,women,florida georgia,politicsGuests Diedre McNabb, President of the League of Women Voters of Florida and Belinda Pedroso, President of the  League of Women Voters of Georgia will discusshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/05/23/political-status-of-women-in-mississippiPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/05/23/political-status-of-women-in-mississippi/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/05/23/political-status-of-women-in-mississippiWed, 23 May 2012 14:00:00 GMTPolitical Status of Women in Mississippi Tune in for a sepcial broadcast of Women in Politics Radio with Heather McTeer. In 2003 Heather McTeer was elected as mayor of the City of Greenville, MS and re-elected to a second term in 2007. In 2011, she ran for the US House seat in Mississippi's 2nd Congressional District. McTeer is a vocal advocate for women's issues, education and health. She will join us to discuss the impact that the absence of women in political leadership has on these critical issues and the urgent need for more women to run for elected office in Mississippi. To date Mississippi is one of three states that has never elected a woman to Congress. Just 16.7% of Mississippi state legislators are women giving it the rank of 43rd in the nation for the proportion of women in the state legislature. Not surprisingly the state has never elected a woman as govenor. Recently Jezebel.com cited Mississippi as the scariest state in the nation for women to live.  00:31:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianopolitics,heather mcteer,congress,mississippi,womenTune in for a sepcial broadcast of Women in Politics Radio with Heather McTeer. In 2003 Heather McTeer was elected as mayor of the City of Greenville, MS and rhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/05/11/status-of-women-in-illinois-politicsUS Governmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/05/11/status-of-women-in-illinois-politics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/05/11/status-of-women-in-illinois-politicsFri, 11 May 2012 14:00:00 GMTStatus of Women in Illinois Politics Guests Debbie Halvorson and Cheryle Jackson will join us to discuss the political status of women in Illinois politics. Illinois currently ranks 31st among the 50 US states for its percentage of women serving in the state legislature, currently two women are part of the state's Congressional delegation and 3 women are holding statewide elective office. Both Halvorson and Jackson have ran for Congress. Halvorson is the former Representative for the 11th Congressional District and is currently a candidate for the newly-drawn 2nd Congressional District. Jackson ran for the US Senate in 2010.  00:31:00Mitchem Rasmussen MedianoIllinois,Congress,Politics,legislature,governmentGuests Debbie Halvorson and Cheryle Jackson will join us to discuss the political status of women in Illinois politics. Illinois currently ranks 31st among thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/05/03/political-status-of-minnesota-women-in-politicsPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/05/03/political-status-of-minnesota-women-in-politics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/05/03/political-status-of-minnesota-women-in-politicsThu, 03 May 2012 14:00:00 GMTChoosing a Life in Public Service Guest Kathleen Hicks, candidate for Congress in Texas' newly created 33rd District will join us to talk about why she chose a life in public service. As a Councilwoman and now candidate for Congress has dedicated herself to improving the lives of fellow Texans. Kathleen will also talk to us about the political status of women in Texas and the state's current ranking of 35th in the nation for the proporation of women in the state legislature.  00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen MedianoKathleen Hicks,Texas,politics,women,congressGuest Kathleen Hicks, candidate for Congress in Texas' newly created 33rd District will join us to talk about why she chose a life in public service. As a Counhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/04/20/the-political-and-economic-status-of-tennessee-womenPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/04/20/the-political-and-economic-status-of-tennessee-women/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/04/20/the-political-and-economic-status-of-tennessee-womenFri, 20 Apr 2012 14:00:00 GMTThe Political and Economic Status of Tennessee Women Guests Jennifer Rawls, Director of Communications & Public Information Officer for the City of Clarksville TN and Yvonne C. Wood, Chair of the Tennessee Economic Council on Women will join us to discuss the political and economic status of women in Tennessee.  00:30:00Mitchem Rasmussen Medianotennessee,women,politics,economy,economicsGuests Jennifer Rawls, Director of Communications & Public Information Officer for the City of Clarksville TN and Yvonne C. Wood, Chair of the Tennessee Economhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/04/13/advocating-for-the-women-of-miami-dade-countyPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/04/13/advocating-for-the-women-of-miami-dade-county/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/women-in-politics/2012/04/13/advocating-for-the-women-of-miami-dade-countyFri, 13 Apr 2012 14:00:00 GMTAdvocating for the Women of Miami-Dade County Guest Laura C. Morilla, Director and Program Officer for the Miami-Dade County Commission for Women will join us to discuss the Commission's role as an advisory board and advocate for the women of Miami-Dade County, Florida.  About the Miami-Dade County Commission for Women: The Commission for women is part of the Office of Community Relations located in the Office of the County Manager. Its 26 members are appointed by the Board of County Commissioners to serve in an advisory capacity to them, to the community and to all agencies and persons in Miami-Dade County “with respect to all matters pertaining to the status of women.” The membership of the Commission for Women reflects the diverse cultures and ethnic backgrounds represented in Miami-Dade County so that the concerns of all women are addressed by the Commission for Women. The Commission for Women monitors, among other things, the condition of women as related to discrimination, employment, education, and attitudes toward women in the community.  00:31:00Mitchem Rasmussen MedianoMiami,Dade,women,politics,advocacyGuest Laura C. Morilla, Director and Program Officer for the Miami-Dade County Commission for Women will join us to discuss the Commission's role as an advisor