Surviving Feminism’s New Battle, Now with More Side-Eye with Liz Kurantowicz

In this week’s episode, Jennifer welcomes Liz Kurantowicz, a seasoned political strategist, attorney, and mother. Liz is known for her extensive experience in Republican politics throughout Connecticut, having served at the Connecticut State GOP and as a frequent commentator on television and digital media. Her work emphasizes strategy, communications, and advocacy, particularly on issues impacting women, families, and the next generation. As a practicing Catholic and active parent, Liz brings a pragmatic and values-based perspective to discussions around family, gender, and policy.

Jennifer and Liz dive into the evolving landscape of conservative feminism and the contentious public debate surrounding women’s choices regarding career, marriage, and motherhood. The conversation explores generational differences between Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z, as well as the added pressures and judgments women face from both inside and outside their own ranks. They dissect controversial clips and reactions from personalities such as Isabel Brown, The View hosts, and Caroline Levitt, discussing how media, identity politics, and social media echo chambers amplify division. Jennifer and Liz address the societal obsession with “performative” opinions, the enduring burden of women’s guilt, and the importance of supporting all paths for women—whether in boardrooms, as stay-at-home moms, or blazing new trails after adversity. The episode offers sharp commentary on culture, the intersection of gender and politics, and the need for women to focus on uplifting each other rather than perpetuating unnecessary battles.

"We just need to stop judging people for their choices and make sure that everyone has the ability to make the choices that they want."

- Liz Kurantowicz

This week on Political Contessa:

• Reconciling conservative feminism and generational gaps in perspective
• The impact of provocative media clips and the business of outrage
• The lived reality of balancing career, family, and self-determination
• The influence of childhood experiences and family history on political beliefs
• How women perpetuate divisiveness through judgment and insecurity
• Why culture drives politics, not the other way around
• Support for marriage equality and diverse family structures
• The need to celebrate women’s ability to choose their own paths

Connect with Liz Kurantowicz:

• Twitter/X: @MrsKurantowicz
• Capital Report on YouTube and the WTNH app
• https://www.drurygroupllc.com/leadership
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizkurantowicz/
• https://www.pocketbookproject.org/team-member/liz-kurantowicz/

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