Reshma sits down with one of her personal heroes, Cecile Richards, for a compelling conversation about women's political power in this episode of Brave, Not Perfect. Cecile opens up about the bravery of stepping down as head of Planned Parenthood, co-founding Supermajority to empower women, and making lasting change in a system that was set up to keep women out. The pair also discuss the power women have in the upcoming 2020 elections, finding joy through changing the world, and self-care.

Plus, Reshma answers the questions you've been sending in at the end of the show. You can tell Reshma your Brave, Not Perfect story or ask her a question by calling 347-76-BRAVE or sending an email to <a href="mailto:bravenotperfect@girlswhocode.com" target="_blank">bravenotperfect@girlswhocode.com</a>. Plus, you can follow her on twitter and instagram <a href="https://bit.ly/34e54rn" target="_blank">@ReshmaSaujani</a> or join the Brave, Not Perfect Facebook group: <a href="https://bit.ly/2t5p41l" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2t5p41l</a>

Supermajority: <a href="https://supermajority.com/" target="_blank">https://supermajority.com/</a>

Make Trouble: Standing Up, Speaking Out, and Finding the Courage to Lead (book): <a href="https://bit.ly/34esaOx" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/34esaOx</a>

Follow Cecile on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/CecileRichards" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/CecileRichards</a>

Follow Cecile on Instagram: <a href="https://bit.ly/2XaDslr" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2XaDslr</a>

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Realizing the Collective Political Power of Women (ft. Cecile Richards)

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