Listen "Getting Involved in Local Governance"
Episode Synopsis
Dr. Chase Spears welcomes Vanessa Reid, a Leavenworth County commissioner, to Finding Your Spine. Vanessa shares her 2020 awakening to political involvement, from challenging school policies on masks and critical race theory to running for office. They discuss the importance of courage in local governance, standing against woke agendas, and building Christian communities. Vanessa reflects on trials as training, family priorities, and encouraging others to act boldly.00:00:00 - Introduction00:03:46 - Mask Mandates00:05:33 - CRT in Schools00:07:04 - Running for Office00:10:47 - Political Challenges00:12:19 - Community Support00:15:03 - Faith Influence00:17:17 - Local Impact00:20:24 - Courage in Action00:26:51 - Trials as Training00:31:05 - Family Priorities00:36:21 - Encouragement for Others00:53:39 - Closing RemarksYou can follow Chase Spears on X @DrChaseSpears. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your favorite episodes to keep the conversation going. To learn more about the Herzog Foundation, visit HerzogFoundation.com. Like and follow us on Facebook, X, and Instagram, or sign up to receive monthly email updates. #Faith #ChristianLiving #Military #Discipline #Morality #Politics #BiblicalMasculinity #Masculinity #ChristianPodcast #American #America #Army #Navy #AirForce #Marines #CoastGuard #SpaceForce #NationalGuard #ChristianMen
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