Meet the Foster Mom Veteran Running to Flip This Virginia District Blue

On this week’s episode of Pretty Furious, Maggie Gehlsen-Burnett and Mallory Hagan sit down with Elizabeth Dempsey Beggs, a progressive, grassroots candidate running for Congress in VA-01. They discuss Elizabeth’s experiences as a mother, veteran, and foster parent, navigating redistricting in Virginia, and how social media plays a pivotal role in modern politics and reaching voters. You can learn more about Elizabeth and support her campaign here.* Follow us on Instagram* Follow us on TikTok* Follow us on Substack* Subscribe on YouTube* Spotify* Apple PodcastsBe sure to give our podcast network, The Siren, a follow!Chapters List:00:00 Introduction and Initial Reactions to Current Events21:18 The State of Political Decency and Accountability24:13 The Impact of Leadership on Society26:31 Creating a Hopeful Future for the Next Generation28:21 Fostering Change: Personal Experiences and Advocacy30:10 Navigating the Challenges of Running for Office32:16 The Complexities of Redistricting and Campaigning39:23 Grassroots Campaigning and Community Engagement40:42 Navigating Political Dynamics in a Red District42:08 The Impact of Campaign Financing on Grassroots Candidates44:33 The Importance of Accessibility and Communication in Politics46:42 Challenging Ageism and Gender Bias in Politics55:04 Building a Transparent and Engaged Political PresenceProducts of the Week:Rare Beauty Liquid ContourNaturium Azelaic Acid This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit prettyfuriouspod.substack.com/subscribe