What does it mean to be a Republican in Massachusetts? With Governor Charlie Baker leaving office, Republican gubernatorial candidates are defining what it looks like to align with the GOP in 2022. On this episode of Talking Politics, Host Adam Reilly sits down with Chris Doughty, a GOP candidate for governor, and his running mate Kate Campanale for their first joint interview to discuss their vision for Massachusetts.

Plus — although COVID case numbers are declining and restrictions are lifting, legislators are still dealing with the pandemic’s political aftermath. GBH News State House Reporter Mike Deehan and Bay State Banner's Yawu Miller join Adam to discuss this and more.

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Watch: First interview with 2022 Gubernatorial running mates Chris Doughty and Kate Campanale