On The Record™: What Happens When Working People Aren't Heard? with Jenn Marie Strickling

What happens when working people feel like nobody is listening?In this episode of On The Record™, Tony Taylor sits down with Jenn Marie Strickling , former union laborer, artist, community organizer, Chair of the East Pierce County Democrats, and candidate for Washington State Representative in the 25th Legislative District.Jen shares her journey from the construction trades and labor movement into public service, discussing how her experiences working alongside everyday people shaped her views on leadership, government, and economic opportunity. The conversation explores what happens when working families feel disconnected from decision makers, why community involvement matters, and the role leaders play in ensuring every voice has a seat at the table.Tony and Jenn also discuss labor unions, healthcare access, housing affordability, artificial intelligence and the future of work, political accountability, and the challenges facing working families across Washington State.Whether you agree with her positions or not, this conversation offers an opportunity to hear directly from a candidate about the values, experiences, and concerns that have shaped her approach to public service.On The Record™ is a long form interview series featuring candidates, elected officials, community leaders, and public figures discussing the issues, decisions, and challenges shaping our communities.Through thoughtful, unscripted conversations, listeners gain direct access to the people seeking to influence public policy, lead organizations, and serve their communities. The goal is simple: create space for meaningful dialogue that goes beyond headlines, sound bites, and political talking points.Whether discussing public safety, housing, economic development, healthcare, education, or leadership, each episode is designed to help audiences better understand the people, perspectives, and policies shaping the future.Just an Honest Conversation...Host: Tony TaylorProducer: Henry YangNetwork: Leaders Lead Network™• Why Jenn Marie Strickling ecided to run for State Representative• The challenges facing working families in Washington State• Labor unions and their role in protecting workers• Community organizing and grassroots leadership• Housing affordability and economic opportunity• Healthcare access and affordability• Artificial intelligence and the future of work• Political accountability and public trust• The importance of civic engagement and public service• What happens when communities feel unheard• Leadership begins with listening to the people most impacted by decisions.• Working families often feel disconnected from the institutions that affect their daily lives.• Community organizing remains one of the most powerful tools for creating change.• Economic opportunity and housing stability are deeply connected.• Public service requires a willingness to engage in difficult conversations.• Democracy works best when people actively participate in shaping their communities.What happens when working people aren't heard?That question sits at the center of this conversation and touches on everything from labor and housing to healthcare and political representation.Jenn Marie Strickling is a former union laborer, artist, community organizer, and candidate for Washington State Representative in the 25th Legislative District. She currently serves as Chair of the East Pierce County Democrats and has been active in local government through her work on the Pierce County Charter Review Commission. Her work focuses on labor rights, healthcare access, housing affordability, economic opportunity, and strengthening community engagement.Campaign Website: https://jennmariestrickling.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenn.stricklingFollow On The Record™ for thoughtful conversations with candidates, elected officials, community leaders, and public figures discussing the issues shaping our communities.Edited by ⁠Henry Yang⁠