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Standing on Business in Government for the People Against Machine Politics w/Yuh-Line Niou
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In this episode of Embracing Your Voice, host welcomes Yulín Níu, a former legislative aide, community organizer, and public service advocate. Yulín shares her journey from Taiwanese immigrant to being the first Asian American elected to the New York State Assembly for the 65th district. She discusses her early inspirations, her career in public service, and the challenges she faced, including racism, sexism, and navigating machine politics.
Yulín reflects on her progressive legislative work, including tenant rights, consumer protection, and advocacy for increased funding for the New York City Housing Authority. She also talks about her congressional run, her experience with mentorship, and the importance of representation and using one's voice to effect change.
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