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In this episode of 'The Foolish Optimist,' host Amy McDonald interviews Dani Sterbinsky, a Navy veteran and HR professional running for the US House of Representatives seat in Arizona's Ninth District. Dani discusses her background, motivation for running, and the key issues facing her district, including education funding and economic inequality. She emphasizes the importance of grassroots campaigning and building community networks to reach voters. The conversation delves into her personal experiences, her stance on various policies, and the challenges of modern political campaigning.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:58 Dani's Background and Motivation
02:14 Life in the Navy
05:02 Post-Navy Career and Social Work
06:34 Challenges in Social Work
10:10 Parenting and Campaigning
11:35 Arizona's Ninth District Issues
12:38 Education and Economic Concerns
23:49 Campaign Strategy and Voter Engagement
28:02 Challenges of Voting Accessibility
29:29 Campaign Information and Signature Collection
31:38 Fundraising and Campaign Finance
35:27 Randomized Personal Questions
40:53 Favorite Politicians and Political Memories
47:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
