Eugene DePasquale

SummaryIn 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. 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.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Eugene DePasquale01:38 Becoming Chair03:19 Wonderfully Intense06:19 The Importance of Democratic Values07:07 Peanuts10:14 Money12:00 Politics is Blind15:48 Voter Registration19:03 Musical Chairs21:57 Personal Loss and Advocacy25:11 Star Wars27:28 The Force29:23 The Importance of Voting31:00 State Rep32:46 Triathlete33:53 Auditor General36:04 Hope36:24 Future PlansPA Democrats: padems.orgFull Video Episode Available On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheZekelyPodcastShort Clips Can Be Found On TikTok: @drzeketayler/@thezekelypodcast and Instagram: @thezekelypodcastwww.thezekelypodcast.com