Representative democracy is about representation by the people, for the people; hence, our so-called democratic elections. Through their campaigns, candidates are effectively saying they will represent the people’s interests. But when you look at your politicians, do you actually feel represented? This isn’t about whether you’re a Democrat or Republican, but whether our politicians truly represent the interests of today’s society. And I don’t know about you, but when I look at our government, I see too many politicians who aren’t really connected with the needs of our country today. All too often, aging politicians become careless as retirement draws nearer, not seeing the next generation’s problems as their own.



In this episode, I discuss aging, competency, and mental fitness among politicians. I explain what a representative democracy is and why it’s difficult to execute in today’s divided world. I also share Nikki Haley’s thoughts on mental fitness for politicians, highlight why being able to campaign is important, and underscore the need to vote for leaders who understand the needs, issues, and challenges of today’s society.



“We want leaders who understand today’s economy; who understand today’s crises; and who understand today’s job and housing markets.” - Jennifer Nassour



This week on Political Contessa:


What representative democracy means
Why it’s difficult to have a representative democracy in today’s divisive world
Elizabeth Warren, Mitch McConnell, Ed Markey, and our aging population of politicians
Nikki Haley on testing politicians over the age of 75 for mental fitness
Biden’s take on the 2023 Maui wildfires and Trump’s visit to Iowa
Why being able to campaign is important
Voting for leaders who understand today’s world



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Representative democracy is about representation by the people, for the people; hence, our so-called democratic elections. Through their campaigns, candidates are effectively saying they will represent the people’s interests. But when you look at your politicians, do you actually feel represented? This isn’t about whether you’re a Democrat or Republican, but whether our politicians truly represent the interests of today’s society. And I don’t know about you, but when I look at our government, I see too many politicians who aren’t really connected with the needs of our country today. All too often, aging politicians become careless as retirement draws nearer, not seeing the next generation’s problems as their own.
 
In this episode, I discuss aging, competency, and mental fitness among politicians. I explain what a representative democracy is and why it’s difficult to execute in today’s divided world. I also share Nikki Haley’s thoughts on mental fitness for politicians, highlight why being able to campaign is important, and underscore the need to vote for leaders who understand the needs, issues, and challenges of today’s society.
 
“We want leaders who understand today’s economy; who understand today’s crises; and who understand today’s job and housing markets.” - Jennifer Nassour
 
This week on Political Contessa:
 
<ul>
<li>What representative democracy means</li>
<li>Why it’s difficult to have a representative democracy in today’s divisive world</li>
<li>Elizabeth Warren, Mitch McConnell, Ed Markey, and our aging population of politicians</li>
<li>Nikki Haley on testing politicians over the age of 75 for mental fitness</li>
<li>Biden’s take on the 2023 Maui wildfires and Trump’s visit to Iowa</li>
<li>Why being able to campaign is important</li>
<li>Voting for leaders who understand today’s world</li>
</ul>
 
Awaken Your Inner Political Contessa
 
Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Political Contessa. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.
 
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Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media. And if you’ve ever considered running for office – or know a woman who should – head over to <a href="http://politicalcontessa.com">politicalcontessa.com</a> to grab my quick guide, Secrets from the Campaign Trail. It will show you five signs to tell you you’re ready to enter the political arena.

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>