Meet Eric Settle: Promising a Nonpartisan Direction for PA's Chief Law Enforcement Office

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Photo taken from Eric Settle's Facebook page
Published: 14 Oct, 2024
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Pennsylvania is a critical battleground state in the 2024 presidential election and could decide who wins between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. However, it is not the only statewide race voters should be watching. 

The latest episode of Andrew Yang's podcast features Eric Settle, who is running for Pennsylvania's Office of Attorney General as the Forward Party candidate. He is one of 6 candidates on the AG ballot.

Win or lose, Settle is in a position to help the Forward Party gain a permanent ballot line in the state. However, if he wins, Settle promises a truly nonpartisan direction for the office as someone who has worked with Republican and Democratic officials. 

For example, as a Republican he worked in Republican Gov. Tom Ridge's administration, but he also served in Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro's transition team. Now he is running for AG as a Forwardist. 

"The opportunity to help the party is a very meaningful thing," he said. "I've been very lucky in my life that I have been able to make a difference in the lives of Pennsylvanians."

This work is prominently seen in the health care space, particularly in his work on autism.

Read the episode's description:

"Eric Settle is shaking up the 2024 Pennsylvania Attorney General race as the Forward Party's dynamic candidate, promising a fresh, nonpartisan approach that’s catching fire with voters hungry for change. With deep experience in law and healthcare, and a proven track record of bipartisan wins — like his work to improve services for children with autism — Eric is pushing for fairness and practical solutions in state governance. The Forward Party aligns with his goal to bring effective, inclusive leadership to Pennsylvania, influencing voters who are eager for change and political sanity in the state's future. Eric's bold exit from the Republican Party highlights his mission to reject political extremes, making him a standout force in this election as a champion for progress."

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