What would happen if God asked you to run for political office? With everything you know about yourself, how would you respond if He said: “It’s time.” That’s the question Joe Watkins asks tonight’s guest, a wife, mother, lawmaker, and most importantly—a follower of Jesus. Joe Watkins interviews Representative Donna Oberlander from Clarion County. She recently completed service as one of the top leaders of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives (The Majority Whip) and is now a committee chair. (original airdate 3-3-23)
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The Bully Pulpit President - Theodore...
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