Ep. 182 - Sen. Michael Bennet

Ep. 182 - Sen. Michael Bennet

Update: 2017-10-16

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Colorado Senator Michael Bennet chats with David about securing the future of our democracy, making tough choices as a a school superintendent in Denver, his work on the DREAM Act, and more.

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Ep. 182 - Sen. Michael Bennet

Ep. 182 - Sen. Michael Bennet