The Foolish Optimist: Jeremy Devito The Foolish Optimist With Amy McDonald podcast

1:00:58

Interview with Jump Shepherd: A Run for the US Senate In this episode of 'The Foolish Optimist,' host Amy McDonald interviews Jump Shepherd, a candidate for the US Senate in Illinois. Jump, a scientist and construction worker, discusses his motivations for running for office in 2026, emphasizing the urgency of addressing environmental issues, economic instability, and middle-class struggles. He outlines his campaign platform, which includes a focus on affordable housing, fair wages, and environmental policy. Jump also delves into his plans to challenge political incumbents, reform the tax system, and support union strength. The interview concludes with a lighthearted rapid-fire round and highlights ways for supporters to get involved in his campaign.…

1
The Foolish Optimist: Kelly Brown 48:04

7 days ago48:04

48:04

Kelly Brown is running for Wisconsin's 6th District, encompassing Sheboygan, Fon du Lac. You can follow them on Instagram at FriendsofKellyBrown and on TikTok at KellyforWI.06

1
The Foolish Optimist: Mike Swanson 53:23

14 days ago53:23

53:23

Mike Swanson is running for US Senate in Texas! He understands what working class folks are going through, and is ready to fight for them in Washington DC! You can donate to his campaign at MikeSwanson.Org.

1
The Foolish Optimist: Robert People 1:01:01

21 days ago1:01:01

1:01:01

Robert People is running for Florida's 15th Congressional District - so just east of Tampa. If you like what you hear, you can find all of his campaign information at PeopleForCongress.com

1
The Foolish Optimist: Dakarai Larriett 38:56

28 days ago38:56

38:56

Dakarai Larriett is running for US Senate to represent Alabama. He's an entrepreneur and is leading his campaign with a Listening Tour of all 67 counties in Alabama. You can follow his campaign for US Senate at DakaraiLarriett.com or on socials at DakaraiLarriettforSenate.

1
The Foolish Optimist: JD Mazuera Arias 40:59

5 weeks ago40:59

40:59

JD is running for City Council in Charlotte, North Carolina! I highly suggest you listen to this if running for office is on your to-do list. He is changing the political game. You can join his campaign at JD4CLT.com

1
The Foolish Optimist: Jeremy Devito 49:19

6 weeks ago49:19

49:19

Jeremy is a veteran and a father, running in Alabama's Fifth Congressional District. You can join his campaign, donate, and volunteer at JeremyTakesTheHouse.org.

1
The Foolish Optimist: Christ Kallas 51:00

7 weeks ago51:00

51:00

Christ Kallas is running for the US House of Representatives in Illinois's 8th District. If you like what you hear today - join his campaign, donate, or follow him at KallasForCongress.com.

1
The Foolish Optimist: Jonathan Bonner 38:34

7 weeks ago38:34

38:34

Jonathan Bonner is running for the US House of Representatives to represent the people of the Georgia's 13th District. You can follow his campaign, donate, or volunteer via Bonner4Congress.com.

1
The Foolish Optimist: Bernard Taylor 43:58

7 weeks ago43:58

43:58

Bernard Taylor is running for the US House of Representatives in Florida's 21st District. You can join his campaign, donate, or follow his journey via https://www.bernardtaylorforcongress.org/

1
Introducing the Foolish Optimist 1:11

8 weeks ago1:11