Summary

In this episode of the Zekely Podcast, host Zeke interviews Lauren Hughes, a lawyer and councilwoman running for the Court of Common Pleas in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. They discuss her journey into law, the importance of civic engagement, and the role of judges in the community. Lauren shares her experiences as a public defender, her current role as a senior solicitor, and her views on the influence of political ideologies in the judicial system. The conversation also touches on personal anecdotes, community service, and the significance of voting.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Lauren Hughes

01:30 Understanding the Court of Common Pleas

04:43 Am I Lying?

09:10 Family Activism

12:41 CareerLink

16:26 Delta Sigma Theta

19:05 Pledging

21:19 Preparing To Be Judge

24:33 Hobbies

25:46 Senior Solicitor

26:57 Solicit or Cease

30:09 Interpreting The Law

32:39 Why You Should Care About Judicial Races

35:58 Hope and Overcoming Adversity

38:08 Future Plans

Lauren Hughes: https://www.laurenhughespa.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenhughes4judge/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Lauren-Hughes-for-Judge/61556304455617/

CareerLink: https://www.pacareerlink.pa.gov/jponline/

Full Video Episode Available On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheZekelyPodcast

Short Clips Can Be Found On TikTok: @drzeketayler/@thezekelypodcast and Instagram: @thezekelypodcast