Matt West is a Democratic candidate for Oregon's new 6th Congressional District -- and he has an unconventional background for a candidate. He is a scientist who earned his Ph.D. from the University of Texas specializing in fuel cell technology. He now he works for Intel as an engineer. His bio says he is "the first congressional candidate with cryptocurrency development experience in decentralized finance." In this episode, Matt explains why he believes crypto can be a tool for progressive values, his ideas for addressing climate change and improving America's healthcare system, and how he would determine whether to vote for congressional approval for U.S. intervention in Ukraine. Matt's website is www.MattWestForCongress.com and his Twitter handle is @MattDWest.
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Everything you need to know about the 2022 primary | EP 58
Cheri Helt on her vision for Labor Commissioner and how she would handle controversial issues | EP 57
Reagan Knopp has everything you need to know on upcoming Republican primaries | EP 56
Pollster John Horvick explores the challenges and opportunities for Democrats and Republicans in 2022 | EP 55
Rep. Andrea Salinas on overcoming SuperPAC spending and passing progressive policy in Congress | EP 54
Metro President Lynn Peterson demystifies housing, transportation, and Portland-area politics | EP 53
Who is Carrick Flynn, the man who could be Oregon’s next congressman? | EP 52
Special Episode: Nick Kristof on running for governor and the war in Ukraine | EP 50
Jeff Gudman on how to improve state government challenges | EP 49
Marshall Kosloff on Ukraine and how young people should approach politics in an age of dysfunction | EP 48
Beaverton Mayor Lacey Beaty on leadership lessons from military service and how cities solve problems | EP 47
Will Tobias Read be Oregon’s Next Governor? | EP 46
Tigard Mayor Jason Snider on pragmatism and leadership | EP 45
Mingus Mapps has ideas for the crises facing Portland | EP 44
Reagan Knopp returns to deconstruct the Oregon governor’s race | EP 43
Angela Wilhelms with Oregon Business & Industry talks manufacturing in Oregon | EP 42
Why is national Politico reporter Natalie Fertig so interested in Oregon? | EP 41
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