Governor Matt Meyer sits down with Delaware’s Secretary of State, Charuni Patibanda-Sanchez, for a special Delaware Day edition of Matt Chats. They explore what makes Delaware the First State in more ways than one — from our history and culture to the essential work the Department of State does every day to support voters, businesses, arts, archives, and communities.

Plus, they dig into fun Delaware trivia, local favorites, and what it truly means to call this state home.

Celebrate Delaware Day with us — and learn something new about the place we’re proud to call our state of neighbors.

This week on Matt Chats, Governor Matt Meyer sits down with Secretary Greg Patterson, Delaware’s new leader at the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC).

They discuss what it means to protect and preserve Delaware’s natural resources, improve air and water quality, combat climate change, and expand outdoor recreation opportunities for families across the state. Secretary Patterson also reflects on his decades of public service and how his Delaware roots shaped his commitment to environmental stewardship.

Tune in and enjoy the episode while getting some fresh air, exploring our state parks, and staying active and healthy.

In this episode of Matt Chats, Governor Matt Meyer sits down with Brigadier General Karen Berry, Delaware’s first Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Together, they talk about her journey from serving three decades in uniform to teaching in Delaware classrooms to leading the new Department of Veterans Affairs.

They discuss Delaware’s commitment to building a state that truly welcomes, supports, and uplifts every veteran — ensuring access to care, housing, education, and mental health resources for those who have served.

General Berry and Governor Meyer share stories of leadership, lifelong service, and what it truly means to come home to a community that has your back.