About Meet the Candidate - Pittsburgh & Western Pennsylvania
Meet the Candidate gives voters a chance to hear directly from the people seeking public office. Each episode features a straightforward conversation about the candidate’s background, priorities, positions on the issues, and vision for the community.
No debate. No endorsements. Just an opportunity to meet the candidate, hear what they have to say, and make up your own mind.
Chris Deluzio — Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District
In this edition of Meet the Candidate, Jonny Hartwell sits down with Congressman Chris Deluzio, the Democratic incumbent representing Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District.
Deluzio discusses his record in Congress, the economy, the rising cost of living, jobs and American manufacturing, railroad safety, energy and technology, and national security. He also shares how his military experience has shaped his approach to public service, the challenges of working across party lines, and his priorities for Western Pennsylvania.
No endorsements. No debate. Just a conversation with the candidate about the issues — so you can hear what he has to say and make up your own mind before Election Day, November 3rd.
23 Oct 2026
Brandon Dukes for Pennsylvania House District 12 (D)
In this edition of Meet the Candidate, Jonny Hartwell sits down with Brandon Dukes, the Democratic incumbent representing Pennsylvania's 12th House District.
Dukes talks about his campaign, the economy, the cost of living, education, infrastructure, energy and technology, and the challenges facing families and businesses in Butler County. He also discusses his first months in Harrisburg, his priorities for the district, and the importance of working across party lines.
No endorsements. No debate. Just a conversation with the candidate about the issues — so you can hear what he has to say and make up your own mind before Election Day, November 3rd.
15 Oct 2026
Scott Timko for Pennsylvania's District 12 (R)
In this edition of Meet the Candidate, Jonny Hartwell sits down with Scott Timko, the Republican candidate for Pennsylvania’s 12th House District.T
imko talks about his campaign, the economy, the cost of living, energy and technology, education, his background in the Air Force and business, and what he hopes to accomplish in Harrisburg.
No endorsements. No debate. Just a conversation with the candidate about the issues — so you can hear what he has to say and make up your own mind.
5 Oct 2026
Mike Crossey for Pennsylvania House District 46 (D)
In this edition of Meet the Candidate, Jonny Hartwell sits down with Mike Crossey, the Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania’s 46th House District.
Crossey talks about his campaign, the cost of living, public education, workers and wages, energy and utility costs, his years as a teacher and labor leader, and what he believes needs to change in Harrisburg.
No endorsements. No debate. Just a conversation with the candidate about the issues — so you can hear what he has to say and make up your own mind.
2 Oct 2026
Ray Bilger for Congress (D)
In this edition of Meet the Candidate, Jonny Hartwell talks with Ray Bilger, the Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania’s 15th Congressional District.
Bilger talks about his campaign, the economy, the cost of living, rural Pennsylvania, national security, his military and intelligence background, and what he believes needs to change in Washington.
No endorsements. No debate. Just a conversation with the candidate about the issues — so you can hear what he has to say and make up your own mind.
29 Sept 2026
Alan Bradstock for Congress (D)
In this edition of Meet the Candidate, Jonny Hartwell sits down with Alan Bradstock, the Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania’s 14th Congressional District.
Bradstock talks about his campaign, the economy, the cost of living, his background in the Army and FBI, trust in government, working across party lines, and what he hopes to accomplish in Washington.
No endorsements. No debate. Just a conversation with the candidate about the issues — so you can hear what he has to say and make up your own mind.
29 Sept 2026
Ken Krawchuk for Pennsylvania Governor (L)
In this edition of Meet the Candidate, Jonny Hartwell sits down with Ken Krawchuk, the Libertarian candidate for Governor of Pennsylvania.
Krawchuk talks about his campaign, what it means to be a Libertarian, Pennsylvania’s economy, the cost of living, energy and technology, and his approach to working with Republicans and Democrats in Harrisburg.
No endorsements. No debate. Just a conversation with the candidate about the issues — so you can hear what he has to say and make up your own mind.
29 Sept 2026
Justin Wagner for Congress (D)
In this edition of Meet the Candidate, Jonny Hartwell sits down with Justin Wagner, the Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania’s 16th Congressional District.
Wagner talks about his campaign, the economy, the cost of living, energy and technology, working across party lines, and what he sees ahead for Western Pennsylvania.No endorsements. No debate.
Just a conversation with the candidate about the issues — so you can hear what he has to say and make up your own mind.
29 Sept 2026
Mike Kelly for Congress (R)
In this edition of Meet the Candidate, Jonny Hartwell sits down with Congressman Mike Kelly, the Republican representing Pennsylvania’s 16th Congressional District.
Kelly talks about his campaign, the economy, the cost of living, energy and technology, working across party lines, and what he sees ahead for Western Pennsylvania.No endorsements. No debate.
Just a conversation with the candidate about the issues — so you can hear what he has to say and make up your own mind.
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