Poughkeepsie, New York's Town Supervisor Rebecca Edwards was inspired to run for office after noticing the division and mistrust in the current political climate--she wanted to rebuild civic engagement starting at the local level.

Her favorite thing about being a town supervisor is meeting people who are willing to share their stories and insights, which can lead to surprising conversations. Edwards would say her top priority is providing more opportunities for affordable housing.

Edwards would spend an ideal day in her town outdoors by the Hudson River. If she could visit any place in the world, she would go to Guana Island.