#14 Kevin O’Keefe: Iraq & Afghanistan Veteran, Ironworker, & District 4 Candidate

In this episode of the Padernacht Podcast, Steven Padernacht sits down with Kevin O’Keefe—a Bronx-born veteran who served in the Iraq & Afghanistan War, worked his way up from an ironworker to a business agent for NYC Local 46 Ironworkers, and is now running for District 4 Legislator in Westchester County.Kevin shares his powerful story of transitioning from military service to the workforce, building New York’s skyline as an ironworker, advocating for workers’ rights, and now stepping into public service to promote common sense values and support his local community.Their conversation dives into leadership, the challenges veterans face after service, the importance of unions, and Kevin’s vision for creating positive change in Westchester County’s District 4.Whether you’re a Westchester resident, a supporter of veterans, or someone passionate about community, labor, and local leadership—this episode is for you.Subscribe for more inspiring conversations on the Padernacht Podcast.#KevinOKeefe #WestchesterCounty #District4 #BronxVeteran #PadernachtPodcast #MilitaryTransition #NYCIronworkers #UnionStrong #CommonSenseLeadership #VeteranLeadershipSupport the show