Mitch Kates The Zekely podcast

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Summary

In this episode of the Zekely Podcast, host Zeke interviews Mitch Kates, the Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Democratic Party. Kates shares his journey from a professional wrestling career to a prominent role in politics. He discusses the importance of grassroots activism, the significance of judicial elections, and the need for empathy and leadership within the Democratic Party. Kates also reflects on his experiences in international campaigns and what his team is doing to get Democratic messaging out to the Commonwealth. Throughout the discussion, he emphasizes the power of collective action and the necessity of voter engagement to drive change.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mitch Kates

01:33 Jason the Terrible

05:50 Catch Phrase

07:28 PA Dems Accomplishments

09:55 Think Big

12:22 International Campaigning Adventures

18:16 Empathy and Political Identity

18:54 Leadership

21:58 Dress Up

24:33 Judicial Races

28:57 The Jewish Community and Political Identity

31:50 Coexist Trivia

32:52 Hope

35:00 Plans for the Future

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