In this episode, Erin Maye Quade and Jess Braverman, answer you questions related to their work on gender justice, legal challenges, and lawmaking. Erin and Jess delve into controversial issues including the Kate Cox abortion case in Texas, discuss their experiences and challenges in their respective roles as lawmaker and lawyer, and share insights into how legal cases are chosen for action. Erin and Jess also touch on their expansion into North Dakota, and explore personal topics like their favorite Supreme Court justices and methods for winding down. Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:31 Introducing the Hosts 01:30 Discussion on School Board Elections 02:42 Personal Experiences and Reflections 05:45 Discussion on Kate Cox Case 16:06 Insights on New York Times Piece on Dobbs 23:47 How Gender Justice Decides Which Cases to Take 27:25 Reflecting on Past Cases: Fighting for Trans Rights 28:53 Expanding the Fight: Gender Justice's Plans in North Dakota 31:52 The Challenges and Rewards of Being a Lawmaker 34:24 The Impact of Writing to Lawmakers 37:57 The Highs and Lows of Being a Lawyer 44:35 Supreme Court Favorites and Musical Preferences 47:39 Setting Intentions for the New Year ### Visit the "Gender Justice" Website here and "Unrestrict Minnesota" here. The GJB is produced by Michael at www.501MediaHouse.com & Audra Grigus. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genderjustice/message