Finding Hope in Politics with Haley Lickstein

On today's episode of Access Denied, I am joined by Haley Lickstein. Haley is a democratic strategist and political influencer focused on empowering young people, especially young women, to use their voices and educate young people on the fight for reproductive justice. In this conversation, Jessica Ping and Haley Lickstein discuss the intersection of politics, personal experiences, and the role of creators in advocating for social issues. They explore the importance of understanding local elections, the impact of reproductive rights, and the power of community in fostering hope amidst political challenges. Haley shares her journey as a civic influencer and emphasizes the need for individuals to use their voices in the political landscape. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haleylickstein/  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@haleylickstein  Follow Access Denied on socials! Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/accessdeniedpod/⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@accessdeniedpod⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@AccessDeniedPod Follow Jessica Jordan on socials! Website - ⁠⁠https://therollingexplorer.com/⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therollingexplorer/⁠⁠ TikTok - ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@therollingexplorer⁠⁠ YouTube - ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@therollingexplorer Intro and Outro Music Production by JP Warner Sound: Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://jpwarnersound.com/⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jpwarnersound/ Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction and Background 02:54 - The Political Landscape and Personal Impact 05:58 - The Role of Creators in Politics 09:00 - The DNC Experience and Media Evolution 11:46 - The Importance of Local Elections 15:09 - Haley's Journey to Becoming a Civic Influencer 19:47 - Finding Hope Amidst Political Challenges 24:04 - Reproductive Rights and Personal Growth 29:56 - The Power of Community and Local Politics 33:55 - Navigating Rejection in Politics 37:53 - Final Thoughts and Advice takeaways Everyone's life is inherently political. Using your voice is essential in advocacy. Politics impacts daily life, from local to national levels. Creators can communicate political issues in relatable ways. Local elections significantly affect day-to-day life. Reproductive rights are a critical issue for women's health. Community support is vital for fostering hope. Rejection in politics can lead to new opportunities. Understanding local politics can empower individuals. Hope drives activism more than fear.