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More Trees = Better Environment

More Trees = Better Environment

Step out around your community and look up, see those trees? Trees make a difference. As Benita Hussian of American Forests will tell you, trees improve neighborhoods, health and well they just make life better.

Talking with a Chicago Legend

Talking with a Chicago Legend

For 15 years Toni Preckwinkle has been Cook County’s Commission President. An impressive run and she has done impressive work.

From Podcast to Powerhouse: The Good Government Show Evolves into a National Nonprofit

From Podcast to Powerhouse: The Good Government Show Evolves into a National Nonprofit

Quentin Hart is the mayor of Waterloo, Iowa and has made significant changes. Including a new bridge, which made a real difference.

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Fargo is Hiring and Growing

Fargo is Hiring and Growing Show Notes

Dr. Tim Mahoney is the mayor Fargo, ND. His small city is growing and in fact the mayor says they have 5,000 job openings. Listen to how Fargo is managing growth in this city. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: The Royal Cousins: How Three Cousins Could Have Stopped A World War by Jim Ludlow Ourco […]

Van Johnson on Growth, Ghosts, and Good Government: Savannah Mayor Gets Candid

Van Johnson on Growth, Ghosts, and Good Government: Savannah Mayor Gets Candid Article

Mayor Van Johnson of Savannah, Georgia, brought his signature candor, humor, and unflinching dedication to public service to a national audience this week on The Good Government Show podcast. In a wide-ranging interview with host Dave Martin, the Brooklyn-born mayor reflected on everything from stormwater infrastructure and affordable housing to ghosts, Girl Scout cookies, and […]

Mayor D.C. Reeves Brings Bold Vision—and Veterans—to Pensacola

Mayor D.C. Reeves Brings Bold Vision—and Veterans—to Pensacola Uncategorized

  Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves, a former sportswriter and brewery owner, recently took his message of modern leadership and veteran empowerment to a national audience on The Good Government Show, a podcast that highlights public officials making a real difference in their communities. In a wide-ranging conversation, Reeves reflected on his unconventional path to office […]

Brooklyn Man Mayor of Savannah, GA

Brooklyn Man Mayor of Savannah, GA Show Notes

Van Johnson moved to Savannah, Ga to go to college and live with family. He stayed, he’s now the mayor of the city and excited about the growth of his adopted city. Listen to the challenges of running a tourist destination and a working large city. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: The Royal Cousins: How […]

From Podcast to Powerhouse: The Good Government Show Evolves into a National Nonprofit

From Podcast to Powerhouse: The Good Government Show Evolves into a National Nonprofit Article

What began as a podcast spotlighting smart, impactful public leaders is now becoming something bigger—and bolder. The Good Government Show, the acclaimed series hosted by journalist Dave Martin, is officially launching its next chapter: The Good Government Institute (GGI), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to civic education, public-sector innovation, and strengthening trust in local government. Founded […]

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