The Pat & Chet Show

Pat sits with NCFP Vice Chair, Lennie Friedman.  The Forward Party sees Electoral Reforms as one of the keys to fixing our broken system.  One of the largest barriers to fair elections is gerrymandering.  It's not just in NC, and it is not just Democrats or Republicans.  Lennie heads up a new, talented and exciting task force that aims to present North Carolina with a process to draw fair map...

NCFP 250 Club is off to a great start!  Pat wishes everyone a happy and healthy 4th of July - and invites everyone to join us in Durham this weekend!

Our efforts are paying off!  Join Pat in celebrating reaching the halfway point in our signature gathering effort!

Pat celebrates the Stanley Cup Championship for the Carolina Hurricanes, the NY Knicks winning the NBA Championship, and USA Soccer off to a great start in the World Cup.  He also discusses HB958 and how voters in NC should contact their members of the General Assemby.

Pat talks about the 250 Club, seeking 250 donors, to donate $250 each, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.  He also discusses Vice Chair Lennie Friedman's recent appearance on Capital Tonight with Tim Boyum.  Lennie announced the formation of the NCFP Gerrymandering Task Force!

Pat discussed the NCFP appearing in Butner, NC this weekend.  He also announces the 250 Club - 250 donors, contributing $250 to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.   Pat also announces the new Gerrymandering Task Force being headed by NCFP Vice Chair Lennie Friedman.

Prakash is one of the first NCFP volunteers and an original Yang Ganger.  He was also recently selected by the National Forward Party as 'Volunteer of the Month'.  In this fun version of Five for Fighting's 'Slice', which reflects on  Don McClean's 'American Pie' Prakash shares what might be a new anthem for the Forward Party and our movement.

Pat sits with Kelly McCullen.  Kelly is the host of PBS's State Lines and recently hosted an NCFP virtual Town Hall with (retired) Governor Pat McCrory.

Pat sits with NCFP Comms Director and Executive Committee member, Nolan Fraver.

While on vacation Pat visits New London, NC, Wilmington, and several spots in between.  He also shares a clip from the NCFP recent show with Governor Pat McCrory.

Pat and his daughter visited the Northeast.  They made a trip to the oldest public library in the US in Franklin, MA and were able to get a personal tour of the Varnum Armory Museum, from Pat's friend and cohost Chet!

Representatives Carla Cunningham and Nasif Majeed both leave the Democratic Party as they near the end of their terms.

Pat speaks with local community leader, Steve Rao.  They discuss his experience serving on the City Council in Morrisville, NC, and how a new politcal party can help save us from the damaging polarization created by our current two party system.

Pat discusses the turmoil in Washington, DC, celebrates April Montgomery gaining access to appear on the ballot for District 51 in November, and upcoming Forward Events this weekend.

Pat provides updates on several projects, reflects on his conversation with Governor McCrory, and shares details on upcoming events.

Pat sits with retired Governor Pat McCrory to discuss the need for more choices for the voters, and the importance of local politics!

Pat talks about the tragic loss of life from the plane crash earlier this week, and a potential common sense solution to the TSA funding problem.  He also gives a sneak preview of some upcoming guests including Governor Pat McCrory and CEO Lindsey Drath!

Pat speaks about the race in NC House District 51 where April Montgomery is running as a Forward-Independent and the Democrat has stepped down as a candidate.

Pat speaks about the NC Forward Party's elected officials and upcoming Forward-Aligned candidates running for office in 2026!

Pat discusses primary results in NC, including a 2 vote difference in the Republican Primary for the state Senate seat currently held by President of the Senate, Phil Berger.

Pat reports on his visit to DC, various groups who are all working in the reform space to improve things for Americans, and looks  FORWARD  to his visit to Wilmington next week.

Pat reflects on the contributions of Jesse Jackson as he passed this week, talks about his upcoming trip to Washington, DC and underscores the importance of voting int he primary!

Pat discusses the backlash from some Americans regarding the Bad Bunny performance, and gives updates on NCFP events, including his upcoming trip to Washington, DC.

Pat speaks about the Olympic kick-off, celebrates Nick Sliwinski (Forward-Republican from Wake Forest) being appointed as a Town Commissioner, and discusses events coming to your area!

Nolan Fraver publishes an article about the recent comments from former Governor Pat McCrory.  Pat (Newton) speaks about upcoming NCFP events, including a special event at NCSU for students interested in a career in politics.