In this episode of The Zekely Podcast, host Zeke interviews Eugene DePasquale, the Chair of the Pennsylvania Democratic Party. They discuss Eugene’s journey in public service, his commitment to civil rights, and the importance of engaging younger voters in the political process.
Inside PA Politics: Eugene DePasquale’s Inspiring Journey
Eugene shares a personal story about intervening in a scuffle at a football game, highlighting his instinct to protect others. The conversation also touches on the challenges of fundraising in politics, the impact of media on public perception, and the need for Democrats to improve their image. They play games to lighten the mood and discuss the significance of upcoming elections, emphasizing the importance of voter engagement and community involvement.
Episode 43 Chapters – Eugene DePasquale
00:00 Introduction to Eugene DePasquale
01:38 Becoming Chair
03:19 Wonderfully Intense
06:19 The Importance of Democratic Values
07:07 Peanuts
10:14 Money
12:00 Politics is Blind
15:48 Voter Registration
19:03 Musical Chairs
21:57 Personal Loss and Advocacy
25:11 Star Wars
27:28 The Force
29:23 The Importance of Voting
31:00 State Rep
32:46 Triathlete
33:53 Auditor General
36:04 Hope
36:24 Future Plans
Episode 43 Resources
- PA Democrats: padems.org
- Episode 43 Full Transcript
- Short Clips Can Be Found On TikTok: @drzeketayler/@thezekelypodcast and Instagram: @thezekelypodcast