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The NewDEAL is a national network for state and local elected leaders with innovative ideas to grow progress | The NewDEAL Forum is a non-profit organization which identifies and promotes innovative, future-oriented state and local policy
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This week on #AnHonorableProfession TX County Commissioner Lesley Briones shares her role representing the third-largest county in the country, how she navigates the chaos left by the Trump administration, and how faith continues to ground her work. Tune in buff.ly/Hyagew5
#NewDEALer Mayor Paige Cognetti worked with an unsheltered task force to find alternative homeless shelter and support services after Keystone Mission downsized its operations over the summer.

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Wilkes-Barre and Scranton find new partners to offer shelter on coldest nights
Both Wilkes-Barre and Scranton have found alternative partners for the Code Blue program that was previously organized by Keystone Mission in both cities.
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December 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
In this week's 2 Minute Download...

🎙️ AHP at the Conference: Building Vibrant Communities with Mayor Williams
👑 PA House Speaker McClinton celebrated the signing of her CROWN Act into law
🏛️ New Dems Unveil Health Care Action Plan + Agenda to Recommit to Rural America

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December 5, 2025 at 10:25 PM
This week on #AnHonorableProfession Durham, NC, Mayor Leonardo Williams discusses how he built a career grounded in community service and leadership, how his experiences equipped him with what he needs most to be a successful mayor, and what it takes to have a vibrant community. 🎧 buff.ly/N6sLLnz
December 4, 2025 at 9:07 PM
So exciting that #NewDEALer VA Delegate Mike Feggans will be bringing his years of expertise and commitment to service to Governor-Elect Spanberger's Transition Committee!
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December 3, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Your support matters! #GivingTuesday is coming to a close, but there’s still time to stand with the NewDEAL Forum as we work to support the policymakers who are driving meaningful change in their communities.

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December 3, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Congratulations to #NewDEALAlum @theothermandela.bsky.social on launching his campaign for Wisconsin Governor!
December 2, 2025 at 10:20 PM
“We must look around the country — not just to Washington, DC — to build an agenda that resonates with and serves the American people.”
- NewDEAL CEO Debbie Cox Bultan

Join us in that work by supporting the NewDEAL Forum #GivingTuesday
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December 2, 2025 at 9:02 PM
It’s #GivingTuesday! Now’s your chance to join the NewDEAL Forum in the critical work of supporting state and local leaders who are on the meeting their communities’ needs with practical, forward-looking solutions.

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December 2, 2025 at 4:01 PM
"AI could turbocharge innovation locally. It allows us to see on the horizon brand new ways of innovation that are not limited to the coasts or major cities." - Todd O'Boyle, JPMorganChase
Tech Talk is underway! #NewDEAL2025Conference
November 21, 2025 at 5:46 PM
We're back for our Closing Plenary!! Tune in for conversations on leadership as we wrap up #NewDEAL2025Conference:
2025 Leaders Conference Closing Plenary
Join the NewDEAL at our 15th Annual Leaders Conference! View the speakers and attendees at https://newdealleaders.org/event/15th-annual-leaders-conference/.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:05 PM
On our #affordability panel, @boisemayor.bsky.social shares her roadmap to lowering the cost of living.
"We're looking at all these different parts of where we spend our money so we can do our part to make Boise more affordable."
#DollarsAndSense
November 21, 2025 at 4:03 PM
On #AnHonorableProfession @BartonGretchen, Worthy Strategy Group, discussed her use of qualitative research to explore what influences people's views. She reflects on takeaways from this year’s elections and how to rebuild our sense of agency and hope. buff.ly/0K1xlRO
November 21, 2025 at 2:52 PM
"We found ways to build trust between the police and the people they serve. We wanted a community presence, and one that was different from regular police." - #NewDEALer Houston City Councilmember Edward Pollard on one of his public safety solutions: the District J Patrol
November 21, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Our Day 2 Program has kicked off, starting with a discussion about public safety solutions that work with Columbus @cityattyklein.bsky.social and Houston City Councilmember Edward Pollard #NewDEAL2025Conference
November 21, 2025 at 2:37 PM
The #NewDEAL2025Conference CONTINUES NOW! We’ve have another day of insightful conversations coming your way on topics ranging from clean energy, affordability, and AI. Don't miss it!
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November 21, 2025 at 1:59 PM
For our last panel of the day, Kayla Young and @oliviajulianna.bsky.social share their advice to #NewDEALers looking to break through online with digital content. If you're reading this post, you're off to a good start 😉 #NewDEAL2025Conference
November 20, 2025 at 11:16 PM
We're talking podcasts. We're talking newsletters. We're talking new media with @taraemcg.bsky.social, Navin Nayak, @chriscillizza.bsky.social, Linda Douglass.
November 20, 2025 at 9:29 PM
#NewDEAL2025Conference continues! We’re about to return with our afternoon sessions! Join us as we dive into the new media landscape. Catch the livestream:
2025 Leaders Conference Thursday Afternoon Plenary
Join the NewDEAL at our 15th Annual Leaders Conference! View the speakers and attendees at https://newdealleaders.org/event/15th-annual-leaders-conference/.
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November 20, 2025 at 7:45 PM
U.S. Senator @slotkin.senate.gov brought the #CoachEnergy in her fireside chat with us at #NewDEAL2025Conference! She encouraged our state and local #NewDEALers to be bold and show their energy to get things done
November 20, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Our fireside chat with U.S. @slotkin.senate.gov and journalist James Hohmann: Democrats need to put forward a positive agenda. "We have to demonstrate our value proposition."
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November 20, 2025 at 6:35 PM
"I refuse to stop fighting for the country that I love." - U.S. Senator @slotkin.senate.gov
November 20, 2025 at 6:20 PM
OBBB was the biggest overhaul of Medicaid. Ever. We're diving into the impacts with journalist Victoria Knight, Dr. Aditi Mallick, Lisa Hunter, and #NewDEALer Mayor Lee Harris
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November 20, 2025 at 5:16 PM
"EMOTE meets people right where they are…and we provide street-level medical care” with opioid addiction.
Congratulations to Mayor Cassie Franklin on being an #IdeasChallenge2025 winner for Everett's EMERGENCY MOBILE OPIOID TEAM!
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November 20, 2025 at 5:05 PM
What can state and local leaders do about the state of the economy? Chris Slevin: Double-down on workforce training infrastructure. Bringing employers in is even more important right now." #NewDEAL2025Conference
November 20, 2025 at 4:58 PM
"The vibes are off. Consumer sentiment is low. We see that in spending. Manufacturing has been down for some time."
We're diving into the state of the economy with Chris Slevin and Martha Gimbel at #NewDEAL2025Conference ... stay tuned for how state and local leaders can tackle it!
November 20, 2025 at 4:55 PM