City Council & Cedar Rapids: The Local Politics Landscape with Councilmember Ashley Vanorny (Cedar Rapids, Iowa, D-5)

Published: Aug. 18, 2021, 9 a.m.

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When you think \\u2018Iowa\\u2019, you may think of presidential campaigns and the buzz that surrounds the infamous caucuses. However, politics happens in the state 365, 24/7, especially in Cedar Rapids. In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Cedar Rapids Councilmember Ashley Vanorny (D-5) about the politics of her district, the politics of city council, and what inspired her to run for local office. A look inside city council, what it does, and why local politics are extremely important, this episode will inspire you to get civically engaged (and maybe run for office).\\xa0

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