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The Axe Files with David Axelrod

Best of the Axe Files: Rep. Nancy Pelosi

Oct 5, 2023
Former House Democratic Leader and Speaker of the House, Rep. Nancy Pelosi, discusses her childhood, challenges as Speaker, building consensus, and politics and power in this entertaining podcast.
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Quick takeaways

  • Growing up in a political family, Nancy Pelosi learned the importance of public service and providing assistance to those in need.
  • Understanding the power of counting and building consensus has been instrumental in Nancy Pelosi's political career.

Deep dives

Growing up in a Political Family

Nancy Pelosi shares her experience growing up in a political family with her father and brother both serving as the mayor of Baltimore. From a young age, she was exposed to the world of public service and had a strong sense of responsibility to other people. Living in Little Italy, Baltimore, Pelosi was always surrounded by people seeking help, and she learned the importance of providing assistance and support to those in need.

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