Episode 40 - Brad Cheney: What Lobbyists Really Do, Campaign Experience, Golf’s Role in D.C.
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Show Notes
In this episode of Golf and Politics, we sit down with Brad Cheney, a veteran political strategist, former Capitol Hill chief of staff, and top Democratic lobbyist. Brad takes us inside the world of Washington politics, reflecting on his experiences working with Hillary Clinton, Capitol Hill campaigns, and major policy battles. He also shares insights on the role of lobbyists, the state of modern political campaigns, and what it really takes to succeed in DC. But it’s not all politics—we also dive into golf, reliving wild golf trips, hole-in-one stories, and the best courses for political networking.
Key Topics:
- The reality of lobbying and why it’s critical to democracy
- Inside stories from the Hillary Clinton campaign and DC power circles
- The struggles of young political staffers and how DC has changed
- How golf plays a key role in political relationships and deal-making
- Brad’s dream golf courses and his surprising hole-in-one story
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