From Scientist to State Rep to Running for Congress with Rep. Dr. Jasmine Clark

In this episode of Beyond the Campaign, host Michelle Glogovac sits down with Representative Dr. Jasmine Clark, a Georgia state legislator and scientist running for Congress. Dr. Clark shares her inspiring journey from the world of science to public service, highlighting what motivated her to enter politics and how her background shapes her approach to leadership.They discuss the importance of representation in government, the realities of balancing motherhood and a political career, and why listening to constituents is key to effective policymaking. Dr. Clark also opens up about her priorities for affordable healthcare, community engagement, and creating a more equitable future for all Georgians.What We're Talking About...Dr. Jasmine Clark, a Georgia state representative, is running for Congress to bring science and evidence-based policymaking to Washington.Her background in science shapes her approach to leadership and decision-making.Listening to constituents is central to effective and responsive representation.Affordable healthcare remains one of her top priorities for creating lasting change.Community support is the foundation of her campaign and political success.As a mom in politics, Dr. Clark brings empathy and real-world problem-solving to the table.Representation matters—especially for inspiring the next generation of leaders.Every vote counts and has the power to impact the outcome of elections.Building trust through voter engagement is essential to strengthening democracy.Dr. Clark’s campaign is driven by science, equity, and community.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Representative Dr. Jasmine Clark02:45 The Journey from Science to Politics05:48 Running for Congress: A Call to Action09:02 The Importance of Representation12:11 Balancing Motherhood and Politics15:01 The Learning Curve of Running for Office18:11 Listening to the Community21:01 Key Issues: Affordable Healthcare24:03 Engaging with Voters and Building TrustLinks MentionedJasmine Clark’s website: www.jasmine4ga.comJasmine Clark’s social accounts: @jasmine4ga