A Call to Action: April McClain Delaney Encouraging Communities for Change
In this special episode of Health Gig, Doro and Tricia talk to April McClain Delaney, the former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Commerce, about how health makes its way into topics frequently discussed in the political sphere. April talks about her path from growing up in a small farming community in Idaho to running for Congress in Maryland. She explains how her background, in addition to studying communications and law, laid the groundwork for her active commitment to mental health and community support, along with a strong stance on reproductive rights and women's health.
April outlines parts of her Common Sense, Common Ground platform, which emphasizes the need for bipartisan cooperation in politics. She discusses the intersection of climate change, food security, and health, emphasizing the need for sustained community involvement. She highlights the importance of research and development in innovation, as well as the impact small businesses have in the economy, motivating listeners to become active community participants.
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qUOTES:
“Coming together as a community to lift others up is the real antidote for combating loneliness.” – April McClain Delaney
“Food is medicine and we should think about how the hormones and chemicals in food will impact us and our kids’ health.” – April McClain Delaney
“We have to elect individuals to office who are actually thinking about our greater public good, and who are actually uplifting our country as a whole.” – April McClain Delaney
Show Notes:
April McClain Delaney, the former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Commerce, shares her journey from a small farming community in Idaho to running for Congress in Maryland. She discusses her background in communications and law, which laid the groundwork for her commitment to mental health and community support, along with a strong stance on reproductive rights and women's health. April’s Common Sense, Common Ground platform emphasizes the need for bipartisan cooperation in politics. She discusses the intersection of climate change, food security, and health, emphasizing the need for sustained community involvement, and highlights the importance of research and development in innovation, as well as the role of small businesses in the economy.
Takeaways
April emphasizes the importance of community in politics.
Mental health resources are lacking, especially in rural areas.
Reproductive rights are a fundamental issue for women.
Climate change disproportionately affects vulnerable populations, such as women and children.
April's experience in law and communications shapes her views.
Bipartisanship is crucial for effective governance.
The impact of technology on youth mental health is significant.
April's personal experiences inform her political beliefs. Climate change will significantly impact water and food security.
Food should be viewed as medicine for health improvement.
Research and development are crucial for national competitiveness.
Common sense politics can bridge divisive partisanship.
Small businesses are vital for economic growth and job creation.
Access to capital is necessary for small business success.
Engagement in local communities fosters trust and collaboration, and strengthens the community at large.
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