Mike Pushkin is a member of the WV House of Delegates, representing parts of Charleston and currently serves as the Chair of the WV Democratic Party. He was first elected to the legislature in 2014, the year Democrats lost control of both houses in WV. He’s been a state chair since June 2022.

He works for a service provider for individuals with intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and has been a professional musician for over 30 years.

During his time in the legislature he’s fought for second chance laws, expungement for certain nonviolent felonies, reentry, and recovery issues, and helped legalize medical cannabis in WV. He’s also in long-term recovery from addiction

Orange County California supervisor Katrina Foley joins Deborah to share her unique life story. From her impoverished beginnings, divorced parents, a difficult stepfather and a mother who showered her with the love that set her on a path in believing that nothing was out of reach. Katrina shares how she made her way into the world that is California politics. A woman who understands what it is like to face financial struggles Katrina has always stood for the workers and working families. As a business woman a lawyer and a community leader Katrina works tirelessly for the underserved and marginalized in her community. In this episode we get up close and personal with this powerful and compassionate woman.

In this episode, Deborah gets the inside scoop on how this publishing entrepreneur became the insightful and opinionated person that he is. A man who constantly moves forward despite the unexpected things that life can present. Deborah finds out just how Glenn feels about the political landscape in his adopted country and how he views the future of democracy. Join us as we hear this interesting man’s story and find out what his beloved wife gave him that kept him alive today!

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Sue Kempf is currently the Mayor of Laguna Beach California. In this episode Deborah explores her life’s journey from the Hoosier state to the golden coast of Southern California. Sue shares with Deborah the challenge of coming out to her family and the complications of opening up to her conservative father. Deborah uncovers how this successful business woman became the mayor of one of the most exclusive beach towns in America and what it means to be a leader. Join us as we uncover Sue’s passion for sports, individuality, humanity and the environment.

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In this episode we will get to hear the story of Dean Phillips. Dean is a three term Democratic congressman in the state of Minnesota. Born and raised in Minnesota, Dean has a genuine love for his state and its citizens. Dean was the first Democrat to win this congressional seat since 1958. An eternal optimist who also threw his hat in the ring by challenging president Biden in the 2024 presidential primary. He is a man of many layers. To hear more about this great guy, tune in to DEBoRAHcratic wherever you listen to podcasts.

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In 40 years in obstetrics, Denise Ellison helped bring more than 5,000 babies into the world. In this episode, the retired nurse-midwife shares some of her remarkable experiences: growing up in a devout Catholic household, training as a midwife in remote Alaskan villages, and even helping to deliver some of her own grandchildren. What exactly does a nurse-midwife do? Find out along with Deborah in this season’s fascinating final episode.

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Jazz drummer Clayton Cameron has played, toured, and recorded with Sammy Davis Jr., Tony Bennett, Ray Charles, and the Count Basie Orchestra. In this episode, Clayton shares with Deborah his experiences and his perspectives on music, politics, race – and tennis. How did the man known as “The Brush Master” and “The Big C.” earn his nicknames? Listen and find out.

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As a teenager, Erin Wolfkiel was often the only girl at the skatepark. In this episode, she tells Deborah about her years traveling to skateboard competitions, her complicated relationship with the sport after college, and her recent transformation into a nutrition advocate and skateboard social influencer whose joyful skating videos have gone viral on Instagram.

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