On this episode of She the People with Aimee Allison, we’re taking to the halls of congress and organizing in the streets with two women who have worked tirelessly to bring America into a new era. First up, you’ll hear Aimee’s conversation with California Congresswoman Barbara Lee, the highest ranking Black woman in Democratic Party Leadership. From her perspective as a former organizer for Shirley Chisholm, Congresswoman Lee shares how Kamala Harris’ historic campaign extends the lineage of Black women running for office. Then, Aimee sits down with Saru Jayaraman, the founder and president of One Fair Wage who has been fighting for economic justice for American workers for over two decades. Jayaraman explains why, in 2024, we are closer to ending the subminimum wage for restaurant and service workers than ever before. 

And stay tuned to the end for Joyful Noise- this week featuring NYC Councilwoman Shahana Hanif! To close, Aimee shares the findings of a new, groundbreaking poll of women of color voters conducted by the 2040 Strategy Group in collaboration with She the People.

Aimee and Congresswoman Lee discussed:

• How Jessie Jackson’s presidential campaigns changed delegate rules
• The Congressional Black Caucus’ Support of President Biden and VP Harris

Aimee and Saru Jayaraman discussed:

• The history of tips in America

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Follow Saru Jayaraman on X, and check out One Fair Wage.

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