In this week's episode, Jennifer welcomes Julia Mejia, the first Latina elected to the Boston City Council. Julia's journey from an MTV reporter to a city councilor is a testament to her passion for public service and representation. Her unexpected win by just one vote marked a groundbreaking moment in Boston politics. Julia is known for her commitment to government accountability and efficiency and her drive to bridge divides while fostering understanding across communities.

Julia Mejia joins Jennifer to discuss the importance of lowering tensions within the city council, building meaningful relationships across political lines, and the negative impact of cancel culture. They delve into their shared goals as mothers to create a better world for their daughters and emphasize the need to treat people with respect and humanity. Jennifer, despite receiving backlash for engaging with people across political lines, shares her new role as the finance chair for the Massachusetts Republican Party. Julia highlights her efforts in fostering dialogues in community settings, promoting unity, and enhancing public engagement. They reflect on the significance of inclusivity and understanding amidst societal pressures to conform to divisive politics.



"It's always about finding common ground and humanity beyond our political differences."  ~Julia Mejia



This week on Political Contessa:


The importance of reducing tensions within the city council
Finding common ground despite political differences
The impact of cancel culture on political discourse
Jennifer Nassour's new role as the finance chair for the Massachusetts Republican Party
Julia Mejia's journey from activism to a seat on the Boston City Council
The significance of inclusivity in governance
Approaches to improving government accountability and efficiency
Creating spaces for diverse groups to coexist and converse



Connect with Julia Mejia:


Julia Mejia on Twitter
Julia Mejia on Facebook
Julia Mejia's Official Website





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In this week's episode, Jennifer welcomes Julia Mejia, the first Latina elected to the Boston City Council. Julia's journey from an MTV reporter to a city councilor is a testament to her passion for public service and representation. Her unexpected win by just one vote marked a groundbreaking moment in Boston politics. Julia is known for her commitment to government accountability and efficiency and her drive to bridge divides while fostering understanding across communities.
Julia Mejia joins Jennifer to discuss the importance of lowering tensions within the city council, building meaningful relationships across political lines, and the negative impact of cancel culture. They delve into their shared goals as mothers to create a better world for their daughters and emphasize the need to treat people with respect and humanity. Jennifer, despite receiving backlash for engaging with people across political lines, shares her new role as the finance chair for the Massachusetts Republican Party. Julia highlights her efforts in fostering dialogues in community settings, promoting unity, and enhancing public engagement. They reflect on the significance of inclusivity and understanding amidst societal pressures to conform to divisive politics.
 
"It's always about finding common ground and humanity beyond our political differences."  ~Julia Mejia
 
This week on Political Contessa: 
<ul>
<li>The importance of reducing tensions within the city council</li>
<li>Finding common ground despite political differences</li>
<li>The impact of cancel culture on political discourse</li>
<li>Jennifer Nassour's new role as the finance chair for the Massachusetts Republican Party</li>
<li>Julia Mejia's journey from activism to a seat on the Boston City Council</li>
<li>The significance of inclusivity in governance</li>
<li>Approaches to improving government accountability and efficiency</li>
<li>Creating spaces for diverse groups to coexist and converse</li>
</ul>
 
Connect with Julia Mejia: 
<ul>
<li>Julia Mejia on Twitter</li>
<li>Julia Mejia on Facebook</li>
<li>Julia Mejia's Official Website</li>
</ul>
 
 
Awaken Your Inner Political Contessa
 
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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.

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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>