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Charlie Dent, the Republican Party and the Future of Politics (S3E25)
Charlie Dent left Congress because he was critical of the direction both his Republican Party and Congress was taking. Listen as he explains how Congress works and the direction it’s taking. And hear how he is actually helping to improve government from the outside. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) […]
Craig Buerstatte on how Commerce helps American business (S3E24)
Some in politics have called for the elimination of the Department of Commerce. As Craig Buerstatte, the deputy assistant secretary for regional affairs for the The Economic Development Administration explains, that would be a mistake. His group has one mission, to support communities, cities, towns, rural areas and their efforts to improve their business and […]
Kevin Shutty on protecting the Puget Sound (S3E23)
Kevin Shutty is setting off a bit of a national seafood fight. He claims his Puget Sound shellfish are the best in the nation. Take that Maryland and New England. As a Mason County Commissioner on Puget Sound in Washington, clean water and the sea are vital to his county. Listen to the work he […]
Tammy Tincher talks about environmental issues in WV (S3E22)
Going back to hear about West Virginia always makes for a good conversation. With some good planning and luck, tourism might be a boon for Greenbriar County and the state. Join me and my conversation with County Commission President Tammy Tincher. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco […]
Problems and solutions in Tacoma, Wa with Mayor Victoria Woodards (S3E21)
Listen to how Tacoma Washington Mayor Victoria Woodards is working to attack the city’s two biggest problems, homelessness and rising crime. But this is a dynamic mayor and working to make her city better. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown University Ourco Transcription Victoria Woodards: One of the things […]
The Resilience of Hawaii with Councilwoman Ashley Kierkiewicz (Bonus)
As Maui, Hawaii slowly begins its recovery efforts, we wanted to go back and listen to our conversation with Hawaii County Councilwoman Ashley Kierkawicz and hear how she responded to a volcanic eruption on her island, different disaster, but another Hawaiian crisis requiring good government. GoodGovernmentShow.com How to Help Maui: Hawaii Community Foundation Maui United […]
Government as a solutions provider with Clarence Anthony (S3E20)
Clarence Anthony is the director and CEO of the National League of Cities and he stopped in for a conversation on how his organization helps cities improve across the nation. He calls government a “solutions provider,” hear how he explains that on this episode. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) Kutztown […]
Managing a sports bar as county commissioner with Cassie Hall (S3E19)
We especially like talking with new and young political leaders, Cassie Hall, a county commissioner in Mineral County Nevada is already getting immersed in state and local politics. Listen to how she has already connected with other leaders to improve things in her home county. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties (NACo) […]
The Fabulous Florida Keys with Michelle Lincoln (S3E18)
Let’s take a trip down to the fabulous Florida Keys and talk to Monroe County Commissioner Michelle Lincoln. The canals are being cleaned up but there is more work to be done. Listen to how one of the best places is America is getting even better. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: National Association of Counties […]
Political dirty deals for Commissioner Jerica Richardson (S3E17)
If you want to be inspired by the next generation of leaders listen to the conversation with Jerica Richardson of Cobb County, Georgia, which is suburban Atlanta. Before she took her seat she did the research on what a county commissioner does. Now she’s doing it, just listen. GoodGovernmentShow.com Thanks to our sponsors: National Association […]