Summary

In this episode of The Zekely Podcast, host Zeke interviews Pennsylvania State Representative Matthew Bradford, who discusses his journey to becoming the Majority Leader of the PA State House. They explore the challenges and triumphs of Democratic leadership, the importance of constituent services, and the role of education in shaping political perspectives. Bradford shares insights on bipartisanship, the impact of misinformation, and the necessity of civic engagement in a democracy. The conversation also touches on personal anecdotes, including Bradford's family background and his connection to Villanova University, culminating in a hopeful outlook for future elections in Pennsylvania.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Matthew Bradford

01:30 House Majority Leader

02:27 Body Control

04:42 Childhood Business

07:26 Why Are You A Democrat?

08:54 The Power

12:27 Changes in Harrisburg

13:56 Constituent Services Explained

15:44 Villanova

16:49 Nova Trivia

19:14 Difficulty in the Workplace

21:20 The Whip

23:36 Misinformation

25:54 Governor Shapiro

26:40 That's My Govna

28:04 Engaging the Disaffected in Democracy

30:55 Looking to 2026

32:01 Phillies

34:37 Hope

35:32 The Future

Matthew Bradford: https://www.pahouse.com/Bradford/

Constituent Services: https://www.pahouse.com/Bradford/Help-Services/Constituent-Services/

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