Proud to Lead (1st Appearance)

Matt went on the Proud to Lead Podcast and discussed the personal experiences that shaped his campaign, the issues he’s hearing from voters, and how he hopes to bring a more inclusive, future-focused approach to Congress.

Matt discusses a 2016 classroom moment when students expressed fear about their future, which pushed him to take action. His campaign focuses on offering a positive, hopeful vision rather than just opposing his opponent, Mike Johnson. He highlights everyday concerns voters bring up like healthcare, education, and rural hospital closures, and supports policies such as universal pre-K and expanded healthcare access.

He also emphasizes running a grassroots campaign with no corporate or PAC money. As an openly gay candidate, he shares personal experiences from the trail and advocates strongly for LGBTQ+ rights. He closes by urging voters to choose a future-focused, inclusive approach to leadership.