The Bodacious Optimist Podcast

Becca Balint on Gender, Politics, and Maternal Health

U.S. Representative Becca Balint shares her historic journey as Vermont’s first woman and openly LGBTQ+ person to represent the state. In this episode of “The Bodacious Optimist,” she talks with Sascha about her journey from middle school teacher to congresswoman, her experience on Capitol Hill, and her focus on maternal health and reproductive rights. Balint emphasizes the need for systemic change and the importance of maintaining optimism.