Representation and Self-Care in Public Service (w/ Rep. Emily Carris Duncan)

In this episode of the Democracy Dispatch podcast, host Justin Marsh interviews Representative Emily Carris Duncan, who shares their journey into public service and the importance of representation in Vermont politics. They discuss her advocacy for local economies, data privacy, and land access for marginalized communities, as well as the significance of self-care in public service. The conversation highlights the challenges and triumphs of being a person of color and queer individual in the legislature, and the ongoing efforts to create a more inclusive political landscape in Vermont.