In this powerful episode of More to the Story, host Rocsi Diaz sits down with former Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed for an eye-opening discussion on the state of American politics and the stakes of the upcoming election.  Reed, a longtime friend and colleague of Vice President Kamala Harris, offers exclusive insights into her leadership, qualifications, and the personal bond they share as fellow Howard University alumni. He passionately highlights the importance of voter turnout and mobilization, especially in battleground states like Georgia, where every vote will shape the nation’s future. Together, Rocsi and Mayor Reed explore the challenges of protecting democracy, from the Trump administration's ongoing influence to the disproportionate effects of the pandemic on communities of color. Mayor Reed’s conviction that Harris can unite the country and make history adds urgency to their conversation, underscoring why this election could change everything. Don't miss this compelling conversation on leadership, democracy, and the transformative power of your vote. Tune in for more! KEY POINTS - The pivotal role of voting in the United States of America  - Harris and Biden campaigning in key "blue wall" states - Challenges of voting access and hurdles in Georgia being addressed - Mayor Reed's prediction of a 20,000 vote margin for Harris in Georgia - The importance of having a leader with an inclusive mindset  - Harris's collaborative and inclusive leadership style - Some concerns about potential dictatorship under Trump  - Differences in perceptions of Obama vs. Trump administrations QUOTES “You got a mama, you got a sister, you got a daughter. I got a daughter. What do you think it's going to mean in her life to see a person that looks like her be president of the United States?” - Mayor Kasim Reed “When Donald Trump was President and we were in the heart of the COVID pandemic, one out of eight people that were dying were black people.”  – Mayor Kasim Reed  GUEST RESOURCES Kasim Reed  IG | @Kasimreed RESOURCES Rocsi Diaz IG | @rocsidiaz X | @rocsidiaz  FB | @rocsi.diaz  More to the Story is produced by EPYC Media Network