Interview with Kelly Cooper - Entrepreneur and Congressional Candidate
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In this episode of the AZREIA Show, hosts Marcus Maloney and Mike Del Prete welcome Kelly Cooper, a small business owner and congressional candidate for Arizona's District 4. Kelly shares his background, growing up in the suburbs of Chicago, serving in the Marine Corps, and his journey in the hospitality industry. He discusses his motivation for running for Congress, his viewpoints on small business challenges, and the importance of being an informed voter. The conversation covers various topics including affordable housing, the impact of COVID-19, the role of federal government in local issues, and his stance on economic policies.
Key Takeaways:
00:24 Meet Kelly Cooper: Business Owner and Congressional Candidate
01:33 Kelly Cooper's Background and Military Service
03:30 Entrepreneurial Spirit and Family Values
10:15 Impact of COVID-19 on Small Businesses
13:22 Challenges and Solutions for Small Business Owners
15:34 Affordable Housing and Urban Planning
17:58 Water Issues in Arizona
19:30 Federal vs. State Legislative Roles
21:10 Balancing the Federal Budget
23:09 Adapting to Economic Challenges
23:18 Understanding Political and Economic Systems
23:46 The Impact of Lobbyists and Monetary Policy
24:01 Inflation and Monetary Policy
24:50 The Role of Politicians and Lobbyists
25:36 Government Structure and Accountability
26:37 Money in Politics
26:58 Real Estate and Housing Market
28:19 Big Business vs. Small Business
29:05 Political Policies and Economic Growth
31:04 The Role of Media in Politics
33:22 Government Regulations and Small Businesses
38:02 Rent Control and Government Overreach
44:01 Voter Participation and Political Goals
45:10 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
Connect with Kelly Cooper
https://www.kellycooperarizona.com/
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