Why Not U.S.?

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Join student journalist Porter Bowman for conversations with young politicians from across the country and the political spectrum serving in office at the local, state, and national level.

Porter Bowman


    • Aug 31, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 36m AVG DURATION
    • 4 EPISODES


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    Denny Ruprecht

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 31:06


    Fresh off his appearance at the Democratic National Convention, Representative Denny Ruprecht (D-NH) joins us to talk about being the youngest member of the New Hampshire General Court. He shares stories about his dedication to climate issues, why young people are necessary in state government, and how he hopes to serve going forward.

    Chris Chyung

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 42:18


    Representative Chris Chyung (D-IN) became the first Asian-American to serve in the Indiana State Legislature, doing so in 2018 at the age of 25. Chris speaks about standing up to run for office, facing ageism and racism in politics, and lessons learned from Indiana politics past and present.

    Lucy Rogers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 38:48


    Lucy Rogers (D-VT) is a biologist, a cello player, and one of the youngest State Representatives in Vermont. She shares how her unique background in the sciences combined with her love for her hometown brought her to run for office and serve her community.

    Will Haskell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2020 33:50


    24 year old State Senator Will Haskell (D-CT) is the youngest member of the Connecticut General Assembly. Will joins us for a conversation about being endorsed by President Obama, his work during the COVID-19 pandemic, and his philosophy about governing.

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