In 2014, Delaware State Treasurer Ken Simpler overcame nearly a 2 to 1 registration disadvantage and became the first non-incumbent Republican to win a statewide office in Delaware since 1994. Hear about how Ken pulled off the victory, what a day in the life of state treasurer is, and how Ken turned the darkest moment of the campaign into a bright spot.
2:00 - Who is Ken Simpler?
3:40 - What is the day in the life of a state treasurer?
6:50 - Can you discuss your budget smoothing proposal?
8:30 - How did you enter the race in 2014?
11:30 - Did you get resistance from the Party, other than your primary opponent?
18:10 - What's the biggest lesson you've learned from being in office so far?
21:00 - Have you seen an increase in partisanship?
23:45 - How can we heal the partisanship and divide in the country?
27:00 - What would you say to a young person thinking about getting involved?
31:00 - Can you take me to the darkest time of your campaign?
37:00 - What's the biggest personal challenge you've overcome?
42:00 - Do you have a personal habit that helped you through a hard time?
43:40 - What book would you assign to a graduating high school or college class?
