Congresswoman Meng and Jasmine: Thinking Aloud

Grace Meng is the U.S. representative for New York's 6th congressional district. Today, Congresswoman Meng is joined by Jasmine, an eighth grader whose favorite subject in school is U.S. History and Government. Congresswoman Meng tells Jasmine about her upbringing in Queens and how growing up as the daughter of immigrants showed her the importance of accessibility and representation. Together, they discuss their vision for solutions to some of the biggest issues teens face today, such as climate change, gun violence and public school funding.