In this empowering conversation, Luzy and Diana Maldonado discuss the importance of Latinas running for office, sharing Diana's personal journey from a border town in Texas to becoming the first Latina elected in Williamson County. They explore the challenges faced by women in politics, including financial barriers and self-doubt, while emphasizing the significance of education, advocacy, and community support.

Episode Highlights:

Empowering Latinas to Run for Office

03:27 Diana's Journey: Education and Advocacy

07:29 Breaking Barriers: First Latina in Office

12:11 Overcoming Fears and Self-Doubt

15:28 Navigating Financial Challenges in Politics

18:54 The Importance of Money in Politics

24:46 Founding a Candidacy School for Latinas 29:12 Skills for Success: Communicating Effectively

34:28 Defining Wealth and Its Impact

About Diana:

Former Texas state representative and best-selling author, Diana Maldonado is the founder of Candidate School, where she helps women to public office with lessons and advise knew when she ran for office. Candidate School helps you answer key questions, gain essential knowledge, feeling empowered in becoming a winning candidate.

Connect with Diana on her website.

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