Ep. 3 - Megan Hunt, Nebraska State Senator (Omaha)

"The courage given to others to do what feels scary, and uncomfortable, and unpopular."Follow us!Instagram: @LocalSelectionPodcastTwitter: @LocalSelectionMegan Hunt, Nebraska State Senator for Nebraska's 8th District (Omaha)Twitter: @NebraskaMeganInstagram: @nebraskamegan (gov't)@402meg (all purpose)@shopfivenine (her business which you should totally check out because it is fabulous and also support small businesses!)IntroThe swing district of Nebraska's 2nd Congressional district - which includes Megan Hunt's area - that sent one electoral college vote to Biden and very nearly was the deciding point for the entire electionA brief explainer of how Ernie Chambers, legendary Nebraska public servant, is responsible for that one electoral voteThe impact of local voices - like in Omaha and in Georgia - in shaping national politicsInterviewFood and housing insecurity amongst Nebraskans during COVID"The Economy Is People"Megan's thoughts on the dubious distinction of being the first LGBTQ+ state senator in Nebraska's history - and holding the door open for more representation in every sphere of lifeMegan's legislation allowing NCAA athletes to profit on their own "name, image, and likeness", and the institutional racism behind keeping them poorThe legend and legacy of Ernie ChambersRacism in Omaha policing during the summer's protests (and beyond)Closing thoughts