Better Pointed Words than Pointed Swords
Representative Dina Titus serves Nevada’s 1st Congressional District, a role she’s held since 2013. Known for her advocacy for Las Vegas’s diverse communities, Titus focuses on issues crucial to Nevada, including veteran support, healthcare access, public land conservation, and bolstering the state’s tourism-driven economy. With a background in political science and over two decades in … Read more
Senator Jon Tester is a United States Senator from Montana, serving since 2007 as a member of the Democratic Party. Known for his straightforward style and strong advocacy for rural and agricultural communities, Tester is a third-generation farmer and a former music teacher. Throughout his time in the Senate, he has focused on issues such … Read more
J.D. Vance, the Republican U.S. Senator from Ohio, rose to national prominence with his 2016 memoir, Hillbilly Elegy, where he explored the struggles of working-class Americans in the Rust Belt. Born in Middletown, Ohio, Vance’s early life was marked by challenges, including family instability and economic hardship. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps and … Read more
Episode #4 Senator Jerry Moran, a Republican representing Kansas, has served in Congress since 2010, known for his strong advocacy on rural issues, veterans’ rights, and economic development. Raised in Plainville, Kansas, Moran brings a background rooted in small-town values and a commitment to agricultural policy, rural healthcare, and expanding opportunities for Kansans. Throughout his … Read more
In episode # 3 we profile James Himes, born on July 5, 1966, in Lima, Peru, a prominent Democratic congressman representing Connecticut’s 4th Congressional District, which encompasses much of Fairfield County, including the cities of Stamford, Bridgeport, and Norwalk.Himes’s life story reflects a blend of international experience, deep academic training, and a commitment to economic … Read more
In episode #2 of The Nation’s Leaders from Coast to Coast Podcast, we profile Representative Monica De La Cruz from Texas’s 15th District, a pioneering voice as the first Republican to represent this historically Democratic region. We’ll explore her background as a small business owner in South Texas and how her experiences shaped her conservative … Read more
In episode #1 we look at Ted Cruz a United States Senator from Texas, serving since 2013. Known for his strong conservative stance, Cruz has been an influential figure in the Republican Party, advocating for limited government, lower taxes, and strict adherence to the Constitution. Born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Cruz graduated from Princeton University … Read more