Your Vote Matters More Than You Think ft. Keisha Buchanan | Conversate with Killer Mike ep. 68

What if the politicians making the biggest decisions about your everyday life are the ones you've never heard of?

On Episode 68 of Conversate, Killer Mike, Bear, and Cutmaster Swiff sit down with Dr. Keisha Buchanan, mental health professional and Democratic nominee for Henry County Commissioner, District 3, for an important conversation about local politics, community development, mental health, and the power of your vote.

As Henry County, Georgia, experiences rapid growth, residents are facing rising property taxes, traffic congestion, infrastructure challenges, and questions about the future of their communities. Dr. Buchanan explains how her frustration with these issues inspired her to stop complaining and run for public office. From the debate surrounding data centers and a $4 billion development project to protecting small businesses and working families, the conversation examines who makes the decisions shaping our neighborhoods and how those decisions affect everyday people.

But the discussion goes far beyond politics. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in mental health, Dr. Buchanan explains why every complaint represents an unmet need and how listening can transform leadership. She and the crew explore the mental health challenges facing police officers and first responders, suicide prevention, crisis intervention, and why mental health emergencies should not automatically become criminal justice matters. Dr. Buchanan also discusses Georgia's mental health co responder programs and the importance of accessible resources like the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

The conversation gets personal as Killer Mike opens up about fatherhood and co parenting, while Dr. Buchanan shares lessons about marriage, emotional wellness, setting boundaries, and creating a healthy home environment despite the pressures of demanding careers. From learning to leave work stress at the door to putting children first when relationships end, the discussion offers insight into building stronger families and healthier communities.

Throughout the episode, Killer Mike emphasizes the importance of voting beyond the major races and paying attention to local officials responsible for property taxes, public safety, infrastructure, and economic development. Dr. Buchanan shares her journey as a first time candidate, her grassroots campaign, and her belief that meaningful leadership begins with listening to the people you're elected to serve.

With Georgia's November 3, 2026 election approaching, this conversation is a reminder that the decisions affecting your everyday life often begin much closer to home than Washington, D.C.

Learn more about Dr. Keisha Buchanan and her campaign for Henry County Commissioner, District 3: https://www.voteforkeisha.com/

Georgia Voter Information: https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/

Mental Health Support: If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988 or visit https://988lifeline.org/

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