Stepping Into Truth: Conversations on Race, Gender, and Social Justice
Talking with Run For Something co-founder Amanda Litman

Season 2 Episode 18

Amanda Litman

In this conversation Run For Something co-founder Amanda Litman (if she looks familiar you may have seen her on tv) and I talk about the importance of those local races that most of us often don't think about. Amanda also shares her point of view on the whole “lesser of two evils” argument.

We also talk about why you might be someone who should consider running for something and how her amazing organization helps young, progressive candidates. Even if that doesn't describe you, I'm definitely not under 40, Amanda gives us guidance on what we can do to help.

Amanda Litman is the co-founder and executive director of Run For Something, a political action committee that recruits and supports young diverse progressives running for down ballot office since 2017. They've elected more than 300 people across the country. She's also the author of Run For Something: A Real Talk Guide to Fixing the System Yourself, published by Simon and Schuster in 2017.

Resources:

Amanda’s 3 Action Steps:
1) Consider running for something. Amanda says that this isn’t easy or simple but if it’s for you it is a really impactful way to make a difference.
2) Volunteer with Run For Something or a local campaign.
3) Provide financial support. Even $5 a month makes a difference to small organizations.

Connect with Amanda:
Run For Something
Twitter

Transcript link:
If you know a hearing impaired person who might find this interesting, or you just want to read it yourself, here’s a link to the transcript.

Read:
Run For Something: A Real Talk Guide to Fixing the System Yourself by Amanda Litman

Credits:
Harmonica music courtesy of a friend