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“Every neighborhood matters. Not just the shiny ones.” Mayor Quentin Hart on Waterloo, IA Article
Waterloo Mayor Quentin Hart was recently featured on The Good Government Show, a national podcast highlighting innovative public leaders, where he shared how his administration has transformed Waterloo into a model of responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking government.
How Toni Preckwinkle Is Canceling Debt, Fighting Guns, and Redefining What Government Can Do Article
Chicago’s top county official, Toni Preckwinkle, is showing the nation what bold, people-first governance looks like. In her recent appearance on The Good Government Show, the long-serving President of the Cook County Board of Commissioners talked about her latest wins and unwavering drive to make local government not only work—but work for the most vulnerable. […]
“The Roots of Justice: How Trees Are Transforming Cities and Saving Lives” Article
“Communities of color have 38% less tree cover,” said Benita Hussain. “That’s a legacy of redlining and disinvestment. And it’s our job to fix it.”
From the Javelin to City Hall: Turlock Mayor Amy Bublak Throws Down for Accountability on the Good Government Show Article
“It’s the people’s money. And I want them to know we’re doing what they asked us to do.” With a dedicated citizens’ oversight group and strict benchmarks for infrastructure reinvestment, Bublak has helped Turlock go from fixing one road a year to over 25 annually.
“Democracy Is Not a Spectator Sport: Grace Rauh Sounds the Alarm” Article
Fighting for the Vote: Grace Rauh Champions Democracy on the Good Government Show In a compelling episode of The Good Government Show, host Dave Martin sat down with Grace Rauh, Executive Director of Citizens Union, to talk about voter access, electoral reform, and why democracy in New York City still needs fixing. Rauh, a former […]











