Morgan Lorraine Viña is a national security expert with a decade of experience in the executive branch, Capitol Hill, and the think tank community. As the current Vice President for Government Affairs at the Jewish Institute for National Security of America, Morgan spearheads the organization’s strategic engagement with the congressional and executive branches of the government. She served as the Chief of Staff for international security affairs in the Department of Defense, as well as the Chief of Staff and Senior Policy Advisor to former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations and presidential candidate, Nikki R. Haley. Morgan graduated from Sweet Briar College and holds a Master’s degree from the London School of Economics.



In this episode, Morgan and I discuss Nikki Haley’s performance in the recent Republican debate. We describe Nikki Haley’s experience and wisdom in national security and foreign policy issues as well as her compassionate response to abortion. We illustrate Nikki Haley’s leadership qualities and contrast them with the qualities of the other Republican candidates. We also share how Morgan first learned about Nikki Haley at the 2012 Republican National Convention and underscore why Nikki Haley’s authenticity and ability to build solid connections with people are among her key strengths.



“What Nikki Haley understands that other candidates don't today is that the power and strength the United States has not only defends us at home, but also our partners and allies.” - Morgan Viña



This week on Political Contessa:


Morgan’s background in foreign policy and experience working with Nikki Haley
Nikki Haley’s performance in the Republican debate
Nikki Haley’s strength in handling foreign policy and national security
How Nikki Haley handled Vivek Ramaswamy’s aggressive approach
Experience, wisdom, and how Nikki Haley shows true leadership
Nikki Haley’s compassionate approach to abortion
Nikki’s Haley’s support base and how it’s gaining momentum



Resources Mentioned:


Join Women for Nikki



Connect with Morgan Viña:


Morgan Viña on Twitter
Morgan Viña on LinkedIn



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Morgan Lorraine Viña is a national security expert with a decade of experience in the executive branch, Capitol Hill, and the think tank community. As the current Vice President for Government Affairs at the Jewish Institute for National Security of America, Morgan spearheads the organization’s strategic engagement with the congressional and executive branches of the government. She served as the Chief of Staff for international security affairs in the Department of Defense, as well as the Chief of Staff and Senior Policy Advisor to former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations and presidential candidate, Nikki R. Haley. Morgan graduated from Sweet Briar College and holds a Master’s degree from the London School of Economics.
 
In this episode, Morgan and I discuss Nikki Haley’s performance in the recent Republican debate. We describe Nikki Haley’s experience and wisdom in national security and foreign policy issues as well as her compassionate response to abortion. We illustrate Nikki Haley’s leadership qualities and contrast them with the qualities of the other Republican candidates. We also share how Morgan first learned about Nikki Haley at the 2012 Republican National Convention and underscore why Nikki Haley’s authenticity and ability to build solid connections with people are among her key strengths.
 
“What Nikki Haley understands that other candidates don't today is that the power and strength the United States has not only defends us at home, but also our partners and allies.” - Morgan Viña
 
This week on Political Contessa:
 
<ul>
<li>Morgan’s background in foreign policy and experience working with Nikki Haley</li>
<li>Nikki Haley’s performance in the Republican debate</li>
<li>Nikki Haley’s strength in handling foreign policy and national security</li>
<li>How Nikki Haley handled Vivek Ramaswamy’s aggressive approach</li>
<li>Experience, wisdom, and how Nikki Haley shows true leadership</li>
<li>Nikki Haley’s compassionate approach to abortion</li>
<li>Nikki’s Haley’s support base and how it’s gaining momentum</li>
</ul>
 
Resources Mentioned:
 
<ul>
<li><a href="https://joinwomenfornikki.com/">Join Women for Nikki</a></li>
</ul>
 
Connect with Morgan Viña:
 
<ul>
<li><a href="https://twitter.com/morganlroach?lang=en">Morgan Viña on Twitter</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganlorrainevina/">Morgan Viña on LinkedIn</a></li>
</ul>
 
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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>

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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