Chris Pearson - Bernie Sanders Former Staffer

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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Chris Pearson, state senator for Vermont, describes working for Bernie Sanders in the late 90s, how Bernie Sanders raised over $30,000 for him in one day, and speaks about his time in office as part of the Progressive Party, a viable third-party in Vermont politics.

2:30 - Chris describes working on Bernie Sanders Congressional campaign in the late 90s.

3:40 - What’s something about Bernie that you know that most people would be surprised to know?

5:00 - Did working on Bernie’s campaign inspire you to get into politics?

5:55 - "We should reject the leaders we’re not satisfied with and use the tools of democracy to unseat them."

7:30 - How popular is Bernie in Vermont?

10:15 - Take me to your first race, and talk about the viable 3rd Party in Vermont politics.

12:30 - How did you deal with your first loss?

24:55 - Chris details when Bernie sent out an email raising money for him.

28:30 - What would you say to a young person intimidating by having to raise money?

32:00 - What’s the biggest personal challenge you’ve overcome?

34:00 - What can the country learn from the Burlington school strike?

41:45 - What book had the biggest impact on you?

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Chris Pearson - Bernie Sanders Former Staffer

Elected Officials of America: Underdog Stories

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2:30 - Chris describes working on Bernie Sanders Congressional campaign in the late 90s.

3:40 - What’s something about Bernie that you know that most people would be surprised to know?

5:00 - Did working on Bernie’s campaign inspire you to get into politics?

5:55 - "We should reject the leaders we’re not satisfied with and use the tools of democracy to unseat them."

7:30 - How popular is Bernie in Vermont?

10:15 - Take me to your first race, and talk about the viable 3rd Party in Vermont politics.

12:30 - How did you deal with your first loss?

24:55 - Chris details when Bernie sent out an email raising money for him.

28:30 - What would you say to a young person intimidating by having to raise money?

32:00 - What’s the biggest personal challenge you’ve overcome?

34:00 - What can the country learn from the Burlington school strike?

41:45 - What book had the biggest impact on you?

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Congressman Tom MacArthur - Chair of Heroin Task Force 30:17

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