Meet Toshiko Hasegawa (Seattle, WA), a new mom, 4th generation Japanese-American, Beacon Hill girl, governor’s cabinet member, and candidate for the Port of Seattle Commission, Position 4.
Listen as Toshiko breaks down the importance of identity and representation in government, and helps frame why it’s not only our right but our responsibility to get out there and vote (and not just every four years in November).
Hear why she believes it’s time for government to be held accountable for our region's economic challenges post-COVID-19, its health disparities, and negative environmental impacts, and how critical it is to bring equity to the heart of political work — and not just in the form of another short-term funding initiative.
If you’ve ever felt intimidated by politics or wondered how you’re actually affected by election results, tune in to this episode and learn why we all need to become stewards within our families and communities in order to educate ourselves and vote the right people into offices. You’ll leave with a new view of politics and inspiration to get civically engaged!
Follow Toshiko’s journey through candidacy and learn more at hasegawaforport.com and on IG @hasegawaforport.
What are some ways you commit to becoming more involved with your local government? Let us know in the episode post on IG @ladiesinprogresspodcast.
