Ignite Lehigh Valley is the official podcast of the East Penn Democratic Club. We are a group of Lehigh County residents that come together to recruit, support, and elect common-sense Democratic and progressive local, county, state, federal candidates and officeholders that impact Lehigh County.
Michael Blichar Jr., born in Lehigh County was raised in rural Pennsylvania to a working-class family. Michael has always had a passion for effective government that works for all people and went on to graduate from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania in 2017 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. He is a current and proud resident of Kutztown, Pennsylvania, where he has spent time engaging with local and regional communities to bring progressive issues to the forefront. Michael is a fervent advocate for LGBT rights as a member of the community, as well as voter rights, healthcare, & education. Michael has felt that the voices and concerns of the people of the 187th District have been too often ignored largely due to party politics. He believes that the people should be the most important stakeholders in politics, not the political establishment. It’s time to put government back in the hands of the people
"We lose our voice when we let party politics control government. Hard-working citizens deserve strong, passionate representation. I will be that voice in Harrisburg. We deserve a leader committed to asking tough questions, talking about what isn’t working, listening, then fighting in Harrisburg for the resources and smart solutions that revitalize our communities and benefit all of us, regardless of party affiliation." -- Jason Ruff
Andy’s experience with state government is both his motivation for taking on Republican obstructionism in Harrisburg, as well as his guidance for his intended platform. Andy has seen far too many small businesses struggle to survive while investing in the local communities they serve – paying fair wages, hiring local vendors, and working with, not against, their communities, while getting little to no help or even attention from our government Learn more at http://andyleeforstaterep.com/
Mark's vision: An economy that works for everybody — not just a wealthy few. Lower healthcare costs for people and employers. A real commitment to education, clean energy, workers' rights and equal pay. As a progressive activist and lifelong Pennsylvanian, Mark is ready to take our fight for change to Harrisburg. We have a plan to get there — but we'll need your help to win new representation for PA's 16th State Senate District. Learn more at https://www.votemarkpinsley.com/
Kevin Deely is the Director Of National Education Association, PSEA, President Easton Area Education Association
Kevin Deely is the Director Of National Education Association, PSEA, President Easton Area Education Association
Tom is a Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania State Representative in the 134th District. The 134th District covers parts of Berks and Lehigh counties, including Hereford, Longswamp, Richmond, Rockland, Lower Macungie, Salisbury (Wards 4 and 5) and South Whitehall (Districts 3 and 4) townships and Topton, Alburtis and Macungie boroughs.
Our interview with Lehigh County Veterans Affairs Director Tom Applebach Office: 610-782-3295 Email: veteransaffairs@lehighcounty.org Web: https://www.lehighcounty.org/Departments/Veterans-Affairs Tom is also a candidate for PA House, District 134. You can learn more about his campaign at http://applebachpa134.com/
Bob Elbich tells us why precinct committee people are so important, what they do, and how to become involved in the county party.
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