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Podcast: Powerful Ladies® Podcast
Episode: From Business Leader to State Assemblywoman | Cottie Petrie-Norris | California State Assembly District 74
Description: Cottie Petrie-Norris is a California State Assemblywoman representing District 74, which includes much of coastal Orange County. After two decades in business, the 2016 election inspired her to step into politics for the first time, running (and winning) a long-shot race. Since taking office, she has focused on issues like homelessness, mental health, veterans’ services, and environmental protection. Cottie shares what it’s like to transition from the private sector to public service, how she approaches leadership and decision-making, and why she believes more women should run for office. We talk about the importance of local government, how to stay engaged as a...