Championing Change in Education

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In this episode, we discuss the upcoming November 5th elections in the United States, focusing on the critical role of school board elections with candidate Michelle Green from Horry County, South Carolina, who is championing change in education locally and across the nation.

Green, a seasoned educator with over 30 years of experience, shares her vision for Horry County Schools and her motivations for running, emphasizing the need for educational expertise on school boards.

The conversation delves into national educational challenges, the significance of qualified decision-makers, and the controversial topics of arming teachers and resource allocation.

Michelle Green advocates for keeping children's education at the forefront, regardless of school board members' political affiliations.

About Bob Gatty

A former journalist and communications consultant, Bob Gatty is the founder and editor of the Lean to the Left blog and host of this podcast, which focuses on progressive politics and the important social issues of our time. Watch for Bob's new book, Hijacked Nation: Donald Trump's Attack on America's Greatness, coming soon.

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Our thanks to our guest, Michelle Green, for sharing her insight with us about the state of public education in the U.S. and steps she believes need to be taken. She believes that school boards should include members who actually have experience in education. What a novel idea!

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Election Day Overview

00:28 Importance of School Board Elections

01:04 Introducing Michelle Green

01:52 Michelle's Motivation for Running

04:05 Challenges in Education

06:33 Project 2025 and Its Implications

07:46 Public Money for Private Schools

09:11 Book Banning Controversy

12:51 School Safety Concerns

18:57 Political Landscape and Election Chances

22:42 Teacher Recruitment and Retention

25:54 Michelle's Vision for Education

28:33 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

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A Prescription to Fix Mental Health in the U.S.

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In this episode our guest is clinical psychiatrist Dr. Alice Feller, author of 'American Madness: Fighting for Patients in a Broken Mental Health System'.

Dr. Feller shares her insights from decades of experience in psychiatric hospitals and private practice, discussing the effects of mental illness on patients and society, and offering a 10-point prescription to fix mental health in the US.

She also addresses the history and impact of legislation on mental health treatment, the rise of substance abuse, and the urgent need for systemic reform. Through her personal journey and professional expertise, Dr. Feller offers practical solutions to improve mental health care in America.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Understanding the Prevalence of Mental Illness in the US

00:31 Introducing Dr. Alice Feller: A Life Shaped by Mental Illness

01:40 Personal Stories: The Impact of Mental Illness on Families

03:14 The Shift from Psychiatric Hospitals to Prisons

03:39 Historical and Political Factors Affecting Mental Health Care

07:00 Challenges and Solutions for Mental Health Treatment

08:41 The Experience of Living with Serious Mental Illness

10:25 The Burden on Families and Caregivers

12:01 Addiction and Mental Illness: A Complex Relationship

13:29 The Importance of Early Intervention

17:37 Proposed Solutions for Improving Mental Health Care

21:57 Conclusion and Call to Action

Empowering Women in Politics

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ABOUT THIS VIDEO:

Erin Vilardi, founder and CEO of Vote Run Lead and Vote Run Lead Action, discusses women's representation in politics and challenges that they face as candidates.

Vilardi explains how her organization, now 10 years old, trains and supports female candidates, particularly those in underrepresented communities. The goal is to gain a majority of seats for women in state legislatures across the country.

Vilardi, as she explains Vote Run Lead Action's dedication to empowering women in politics, also comments about the impact of Donald Trump's record involving women and his claim that women like him, despite polling that shows Democrat Kamala Harris with a commanding lead among female voters.

The conversation covers the impact of Trump's recent comments, the dynamics at political conventions, and the strategies implemented by Vote Run Lead to improve women's representation. Vilardi sheds light on the barriers women face in entering politics and how the organization is paving the way for a more inclusive democratic process.

Tune in to gain insight into the importance of female leadership and the initiatives driving change ahead of the upcoming elections.

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About Bob Gatty

A former journalist and communications consultant, Bob Gatty is the founder and editor of the Lean to the Left blog and host of this podcast, which focuses on progressive politics and the important social issues of our time.

Our thanks to our guest, Erin Vilardi, for sharing her insight with us. We strongly support her efforts at Vote Run Lead and Vote Run Lead Action. For more information, please visit https://vrlhq.org.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Trump's Struggle with Women Voters

00:27 Introducing Erin Vilardi and Vote Run Lead

01:34 Trump's Comments on Women and Feminism

04:48 The Democratic National Convention Experience

07:33 Vote Run Lead's Mission and Achievements

10:10 Challenges and Strategies for Women in Politics

12:37 Supporting Women Candidates and Overcoming Barriers

19:24 Voter Suppression and Election Integrity

25:40 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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