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The Foolish Optimist: Joey Marschall, Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District
The Foolish Optimist with Amy McDonald
1 hour 5 minutes
2 weeks ago
The Foolish Optimist: Joey Marschall, Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District
Joey Marshall's 2026 Congressional Run: Community, Healthcare, and Rural Revitalization
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Host Amy McDonald of The Foolish Optimist Podcast interviews Joey Marshall, a Democratic candidate running for the sixth Congressional District in Wisconsin in 2026. Marshall discusses his motivations for running, highlighting the lack of Democratic candidates in past elections and his commitment to stepping up to make a change. He shares insights about his district, which is predominantly rural with significant farming and manufacturing industries. Key issues discussed include rural revitalization, healthcare, immigration, and the impact of recent policies on farmers. Marshall also addresses the challenges of running a campaign while working two jobs and emphasizes the importance of community and mutual support in his district.00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview00:30 Meet Joey Marshall: Congressional Candidate01:17 Joey's Background and District03:55 Challenges Facing Farmers06:11 Immigration and Human Rights Issues08:09 Healthcare and Government Policies13:59 Town Halls and Local Concerns33:32 The Importance of Learning from History34:35 Political Landscape and Leadership35:31 Advice for the Younger Generation37:46 Respect and Character in Politics43:25 Challenges and Realities of Campaigning47:32 Community Support and Personal Stories55:05 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights01:04:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts