Politics, Motherhood, and Running for County Commissioner with Julie Duran Mullica

Alvina Talks Shift

In this episode of Alvina Talks Shift, Alvina welcomes Julie Duran Mullica, who is running for Adam's County Commissioner. During their conversation, she shares the personal challenges she faces as a Latina mother running for Adams County commissioner. Julie also discusses the significant pressures of balancing family life with the demands of a political campaign, highlighting the threats to her family due to her decisions on the tri-county board of health and the gender biases she encounters. She points out the stark scrutiny compared to her husband, underscoring the persistent inequality in perceptions about parenting responsibilities between men and women in politics. Julie emphasizes teaching her children to distinguish valid criticism from baseless negativity and uses music, like Carrie Underwood’s "Champion," as a motivational tool. Throughout the episode, both Julie and host Alvina Vasquez explore the slow progress toward gender equality, the importance of support for women in politics, and maintaining personal fulfillment despite the daunting challenges.

This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YhD2rYOUlYE

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