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The Pledge Podcast

The Pledge Podcast

Written by: Allison Daskal Hausman
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 The Pledge Podcast explores political activism through short audio portraits. We call it The Pledge because it celebrates activism as a commitment to the hard work of democracy. Making this pledge means taking risks, speaking out, working hard and fighting day after day. It's not easy, and success is often slow and never guaranteed. But making a commitment—a pledge—can motivate us to stay engaged for the long haul, which is the only way to truly make change. Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Introducing The Pledge

    Introducing The Pledge
    Jan 30 2019

    In this pilot episode we introduce The Pledge Podcast and meet host Allison Daskal Hausman. We are also introduced to some of the inspiring Alabama activists who will be featured in Season One.
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    3 mins
  • They actually called me back!

    They actually called me back!
    Feb 17 2019

    Episode One of The Pledge tells the story of Elizabeth, who found her political voice in the Alabama special election for Senate and just keeps fighting for change. Listen as we explore what motivates this inspiring and tireless activist, and follow her evolution as a political force in her state.
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    19 mins
  • Not just my little world, the whole world.

    Not just my little world, the whole world.
    Mar 4 2019

    Episode Two introduces us to Stacie Propst, the Director of Emerge Alabama, who is training and supporting a generation of first-time woman candidates in Alabama. Growing up Stacie fit in well with her anti-feminist republican peers, but she sensed something was wrong with how outsiders were treated and how women were expected to behave. Now Stacie is certain that the future of Alabama, and the country, depends on more women gaining political power and breaking up the status quo. Listen to The Pledge as Stacie shares the story of her own political evolution, and what keeps her working every day to strengthen democracy in Alabama.
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    15 mins
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