Empowering Women in Politics: Mary Chung Hayashi on the Girls That Create Podcast

Are you passionate about wanting to see more women in political leadership roles? Then listen to host Erin Prather Stafford’s chat with Mary Chung Hayashi, author of Women in Politics: Breaking Down the Barriers to Achieve True Representation. Their discussion explores both the challenges and opportunities women face in politics and why true representation is essential for a thriving democracy.

“Studies have shown that men tend to run for office because they seek a leadership position,” said Hayashi. “Women, on the other hand, they run because they care about an issue deeply. And often, it starts with an issue that’s very personal to us.”

About Mary Chung Hayashi

Mary Chung Hayashi is an award-winning author, national healthcare leader and former California State Assemblymember. With a distinguished career in public service, she has spearheaded substantial reforms in mental health services, championed gender equality, and forged powerful, unprecedented partnerships for social causes that previously had no financial or public backing.

Recognized as “Legislator of the Year” by the American Red Cross and the California Medical Association, Hayashi has also been featured on Redbook’s “Mothers and Shakers” list and Ladies’ Home Journal’s “Women to Watch.” As Principal of MKC Public Affairs, LLC, she has successfully advised business and policy leaders on some of today’s most complex public policy matters. She remains a steadfast proponent of social justice expansion and the rights of underrepresented communities.

For more information about Hayashi, visit maryhayashi.com

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