For their book, ?,? Jennifer Lawless and Richard Fox asked more than 4,000 young Americans if they were interested in running for office one day. Eighty-nine percent of respondents said no. So what drives someone to run for political office at a time in their life when most of their peers are focusing their time and energy on building their careers and starting families?
Legacy and the Northern Kentucky Forum will explore that question during Legacy'?s next Build In event this Wednesday, featuring a group of local individuals in political office or campaigning this year who are all under the age of 40.
Joining us to discuss what compels younger Americans to run for and hold office are Cincinnati City Council member; Council Member and Assistant Professor of Political Science at , ; and Covington City Commissioner, .
Join Legacy and the NKY Forum for ?What Compels Young Leaders to Run for Office on February 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Molly Malone's in Covington. For information and reservations, .
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