Rep. Allen Chesser is a combat veteran who served more than two decades ago, but he says war is still claiming lives today. With veteran suicide continuing to devastate military families, Rep. Chesser joins Skye and Brian for a candid Memorial Day conversation about service, sacrifice, mental health, and why he believes lawmakers must do more to support veterans long after they return home.

The Nash County Republican also discusses his own mental fitness, personal discipline, and how he balances public service and family life.

Plus, Skye and Brian break down the latest revenue forecast numbers, where budget negotiations currently stand, a growing list of proposed constitutional amendments at the legislature, and the politics of hugging.

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