Maureen McInerney is the Director of Development at the Women’s Public Leadership Network (WPLN), an organization aimed to educate, organize, and inspire center-right women to step into public offices across the United States. Maureen is responsible for the fundraising and development initiatives of the organization and serves as the Vice President of the Log Cabin Republicans of Greater Boston Chapter. Prior to joining WPLN, she has served in multiple leadership roles and political campaigns including as my campaign manager and the Program and Leadership Associate at ReflectUS. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Communication Studies from Northeastern University and often volunteers her time at SYC West End Youth Rugby as a U12 & U15 Rugby Coach.

Maureen joins me today to share her journey into the political arena and how entering into politics opened her eyes to the reality of how few women build political careers and run for public office positions. We discuss why more women should be offered bigger roles in political campaigns and how it could help enourage more women to step into political roles. We discuss the pushback women often receive in the political landscape and why many women tend to think twice about running for office. We discuss ways women can speak out on political topics they’re passionate about without running for office or working on campaign trails. We also discuss how women can have open conversations about their political beliefs and values and why it’s important to maintain open, respectful dialogue about controversial topics.

“The ideology is split in terms of our representation. Things won’t move to even reflect where the public opinion is unless people get mad and they start talking about these issues.” - Maureen McInerney

This Week on Political Contessa:
Maureen’s journey into the political landscape
Discovering how few women enter into politics and run for public offices
Why Maureen believes more men run for public office than women
Why more women need bigger roles on campaigns
Balancing your personal life with your political-work life as a woman in politics
Why many women think twice about running for office
How women can use their political voice without running for office
The gap between political opinion and public values
Building confidence to share your political ideas, beliefs, and values
Maintaining respectful and open dialogue on political topics
Why women’s political power typically comes from the far left

Resources Mentioned:
Episode 24: Standing Up and Speaking Out with New Hampshire First Congressional District Candidate Gail Huff Brown
Episode 32: Politics is ROUGH and You Have to REALLY Want It with Liz Kurantowicz
Them: Why We Hate Each Other– and How to Heal by Ben Sasse
S. Political Ideology Steady; Conservatives, Moderates Tie - Gallup

Connect with Maureen McInerney:
Women’s Public Leadership Network
Women’s Public Leadership Network on Facebook
Women’s Public Leadership Network on Twitter
Women’s Public Leadership Network on Instagram
Women’s Public Leadership Network on LinkedIn
Women’s Public Leadership Network on YouTube
Maureen McInerney on LinkedIn

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To get these tips and learn about all new podcast episodes and ways to get involved, head over to politicalcontessa.com.

Welcome to Political Contessa.

I’m Jennifer Nassour, and this show is here to support your interest in center-right politics, policy, and breaking news.

Listen in and discover how to awaken your inner ideal candidate and, if you’re ready, learn how you can jump in and change the world as a runner or a supporter.

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Maureen McInerney is the Director of Development at the Women&rsquo;s Public Leadership Network (WPLN), an organization aimed to educate, organize, and inspire center-right women to step into public offices across the United States. Maureen is responsible for the fundraising and development initiatives of the organization and serves as the Vice President of the Log Cabin Republicans of Greater Boston Chapter. Prior to joining WPLN, she has served in multiple leadership roles and political campaigns including as my campaign manager and the Program and Leadership Associate at ReflectUS. She holds a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Political Science and Communication Studies from Northeastern University and often volunteers her time at SYC West End Youth Rugby as a U12 &amp; U15 Rugby Coach.
Maureen joins me today to share her journey into the political arena and how entering into politics opened her eyes to the reality of how few women build political careers and run for public office positions. We discuss why more women should be offered bigger roles in political campaigns and how it could help enourage more women to step into political roles. We discuss the pushback women often receive in the political landscape and why many women tend to think twice about running for office. We discuss ways women can speak out on political topics they&rsquo;re passionate about without running for office or working on campaign trails. We also discuss how women can have open conversations about their political beliefs and values and why it&rsquo;s important to maintain open, respectful dialogue about controversial topics.
&ldquo;The ideology is split in terms of our representation. Things won&rsquo;t move to even reflect where the public opinion is unless people get mad and they start talking about these issues.&rdquo; - Maureen McInerney
This Week on Political Contessa:
<ul>
<li>Maureen&rsquo;s journey into the political landscape</li>
<li>Discovering how few women enter into politics and run for public offices</li>
<li>Why Maureen believes more men run for public office than women</li>
<li>Why more women need bigger roles on campaigns</li>
<li>Balancing your personal life with your political-work life as a woman in politics</li>
<li>Why many women think twice about running for office</li>
<li>How women can use their political voice without running for office</li>
<li>The gap between political opinion and public values</li>
<li>Building confidence to share your political ideas, beliefs, and values</li>
<li>Maintaining respectful and open dialogue on political topics</li>
<li>Why women&rsquo;s political power typically comes from the far left</li>
</ul>
Resources Mentioned:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.politicalcontessa.com/episodes/024-gail-huff-brown">Episode 24: Standing Up and Speaking Out with New Hampshire First Congressional District Candidate Gail Huff Brown</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.politicalcontessa.com/episodes/032-liz">Episode 32: Politics is ROUGH and You Have to REALLY Want It with Liz Kurantowicz</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Them-Hate-Each-Other-Heal/dp/1250193680">Them: Why We Hate Each Other&ndash; and How to Heal</a> by Ben Sasse</li>
<li><a href="https://news.gallup.com/poll/388988/political-ideology-steady-conservatives-moderates-tie.aspx">S. Political Ideology Steady; Conservatives, Moderates Tie</a><a href="https://news.gallup.com/poll/388988/political-ideology-steady-conservatives-moderates-tie.aspx"> - Gallup</a></li>
</ul>
Connect with Maureen McInerney:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://womenspublicleadership.net/">Women&rsquo;s Public Leadership Network</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/WomensPublicLeadership/">Women&rsquo;s Public Leadership Network on Facebook</a></li>
<li><a href="https://twitter.com/WPLNetwork">Women&rsquo;s Public Leadership Network on Twitter</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/wplnetwork/">Women&rsquo;s Public Leadership Network on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-s-public-leadership-network/">Women&rsquo;s Public Leadership Network on LinkedIn</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8itDNwe8wH5i4RvY3MBfkg">Women&rsquo;s Public Leadership Network on YouTube</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureen-mcinerney-46a18580/">Maureen McInerney on LinkedIn</a></li>
</ul>
Don&rsquo;t Forget to Pick Up My Quick Guide!
If you&rsquo;ve ever considered running, or you know a woman who should, I&rsquo;ve got something just for you: my quick guide called Secrets from the Campaign Trail. It will show you five signs to tell you you&rsquo;re ready to enter the political arena.
To get these tips and learn about all new podcast episodes and ways to get involved, head over to <a href="http://politicalcontessa.com">politicalcontessa.com</a>.
Welcome to Political Contessa.
I&rsquo;m Jennifer Nassour, and this show is here to support your interest in center-right politics, policy, and breaking news.
Listen in and discover how to awaken your inner ideal candidate and, if you&rsquo;re ready, learn how you can jump in and change the world as a runner or a supporter.
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Women on the right need a safe space to discuss politics, policy, news, and ownership over the fact that it is ok to agree to disagree. It is our First Amendment right to free speech. Before we can even out the number of women in our local, state, & federal governments, we need to empower women to feel comfortable and confident discussing these and other topics.

My name is Jennifer. I’m a single mom of three girls living in Boston. I’m a lawyer with two political science degrees, and I have no problem talking politics with people who disagree with me.

I spent three years as the Chairman of the Massachusetts GOP and ran for the very liberal Boston City Council. I’m a frequent analyst on Newsmax, Fox News Radio, and Boston Media. As a Republican in a blue state, I know a few things about how to disagree agreeably.

Join me for fascinating conversations that engage and clarify every week. For more information and resources, visit Political Contessa.

Women on the right need a safe space to discuss politics, policy, news, and ownership over the fact that it is ok to agree to disagree. It is our First Amendment right to free speech. Before we can even out the number of women in our local, state, &amp; federal governments, we need to empower women to feel comfortable and confident discussing these and other topics.
My name is Jennifer. I’m a single mom of three girls living in Boston. I’m a lawyer with two political science degrees, and I have no problem talking politics with people who disagree with me.
I spent three years as the Chairman of the Massachusetts GOP and ran for the very liberal Boston City Council. I’m a frequent analyst on Newsmax, Fox News Radio, and Boston Media. As a Republican in a blue state, I know a few things about how to disagree agreeably.
Join me for fascinating conversations that engage and clarify every week. For more information and resources, visit <a href="https://www.politicalcontessa.com">Political Contessa.</a>

Women on the right need a safe space to discuss politics, policy, news, and ownership over the fact that it is ok to agree to disagree. It is our First Amendment right to free speech. Before we can even out the number of women in our local, state, & federal governments, we need to empower women to feel comfortable and confident discussing these and other topics.  My name is Jennifer. I’m a single mom of three girls living in Boston. I’m a lawyer with two political science degrees, and I have no problem talking politics with people who disagree with me.  I spent three years as the Chairman of the Massachusetts GOP and ran for the very liberal Boston City Council. I’m a frequent analyst on Newsmax, Fox News Radio, and Boston Media. As a Republican in a blue state, I know a few things about how to disagree agreeably.  Join me for fascinating conversations that engage and clarify every week. For more information and resources, visit Political Contessa.

Political Contessa

Women on the right need a safe space to discuss politics, policy and news, and ownership over the fact that it is ok to agree to disagree. It is our First Amendment right to free speech.

Before we can even out the number of women in our local, state, & federal governments, we need to empower women to feel comfortable and confident discussing these and other topics.

I’m Jennifer. I’m a single mom of 3 girls living in Boston. I’m a lawyer with 2 political science degrees and I have NO problem talking politics with people who disagree with me.

I spent 3 years as the Chairman of the Massachusetts GOP and ran for the very liberal Boston City Council. I’m a frequent analyst on Newsmax, Fox News Radio, and Boston media. And as a Republican in a blue state, I know a few things about how to disagree agreeably.

Join me for fascinating conversations that engage and clarify every week and for more information and resources visit Political Contessa.

Women on the right need a safe space to discuss politics, policy and news, and ownership over the fact that it is ok to agree to disagree. It is our First Amendment right to free speech.
Before we can even out the number of women in our local, state, &amp; federal governments, we need to empower women to feel comfortable and confident discussing these and other topics.
I&rsquo;m Jennifer. I&rsquo;m a single mom of 3 girls living in Boston. I&rsquo;m a lawyer with 2 political science degrees and I have NO problem talking politics with people who disagree with me.
I spent 3 years as the Chairman of the Massachusetts GOP and ran for the very liberal Boston City Council. I&rsquo;m a frequent analyst on Newsmax, Fox News Radio, and Boston media. And as a Republican in a blue state, I know a few things about how to disagree agreeably.
Join me for fascinating conversations that engage and clarify every week and for more information and resources visit <a href="https://www.politicalcontessa.com">Political Contessa.</a>

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