The Foolish Optimist: Brian Del Vecchio
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Brian Del Vecchio is running for office in Arizona's first congressional district. An attorney, a judge, and a father he's running because we need to address the affordability crisis and make sure future generations of Americans are taken care of with universal healthcare and free lunch for children. You can follow his campaign, donate, or volunteer at del4az.com.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:13 Brian Delvecchio's Motivation to Run 04:13 Challenges in Modern Politics 10:08 Historical Context and Media Influence 31:45 Economic Concerns in Arizona's First District 38:34 Healthcare Costs and Scams 38:56 The Broken Healthcare System 39:56 Medicare for All: A Solution 40:31 Economic Impact of Healthcare 40:41 Employment and Healthcare Ties 41:25 Universal Healthcare Benefits 41:34 Steps Towards Universal Healthcare 42:58 The Role of Congress in Healthcare Reform 43:19 The Power of Choice and Will 47:01 The Need for Empathy in Policy 47:52 Feeding Children: A Moral Imperative 52:21 Political Strategy and Campaigns 01:04:48 Diversity in Scottsdale 01:07:32 Closing Remarks and Contact Information
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