An Honorable Profession

The NewDEAL

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Aug 4, 2022 • 30min

Clarke Tucker Turns Hope Into Hardwork

In this week's episode of An Honorable Profession, NewDEAL CEO and host Debbie Cox Bultan talks with Arkansas State Senator Clarke Tucker about his state's political shift to the right and away from prominent Democratic personalities, such as President Bill Clinton. They identify lessons learned as Democratic majorities slipped away quickly due to a lack of listening and impactful community investments. Tucker also shares insights into how the Democratic Party must shift its rural strategy with community investments to help improve people's day-to-day lives and better communication to highlight these wins. They also discuss inspiring stories of bipartisanship and how doing the little things to build relationships with his Republican colleagues helped advance his election protection bill last session. Stay tuned to the end to hear about a documentary of Clarke's run for Congress, how his sister filmed it, and how the film gave folks a glimpse into the commitment families make in public life.
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Jul 27, 2022 • 28min

Francisco Heredia Talks Arizona Primaries and Leading Rapid Growth

In this episode, host Debbie Cox Bultan is joined by Francisco Heredia, a council member in Mesa, Arizona. Mesa is a city of 520 000 people situated in Maricopa, one of the fastest growing counties in the United States! During this episode, Francisco shares where his passion for politics and community empowerment originated, and why he decided to become a public servant. We discuss the current political and economic climate in Arizona, the primaries being held next week, and Francisco's thoughts on the issues that local and state leaders should be focusing on at the moment. Tune in to hear insights from the ground in Arizona, and to learn more about Francisco's wealth of experience and the values that underpin everything he does!
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Jul 20, 2022 • 35min

Amir Farokhi Helps Atlantans Directly Engage with Government

In this week's episode of An Honorable Profession, NewDEAL CEO and host Debbie Cox Bultan talks with Atlanta Councilmember Amir Farokhi about how local governments can restore faith and trust with effective leadership. Whether through participatory budgeting or reducing generational poverty, Councilmember Farokhi highlights the importance of returning agency to local communities. They also discuss what it's like having Georgia in the national spotlight with leaders like NewDEALer Stacey Abrams, the surprise findings from the guaranteed income study in Dr. Martin Luther King's former neighborhood, and what a "Night Mayor" is. Stay tuned to the end to hear a fun fact on how the naming of the "Care Package" came about!
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Jul 13, 2022 • 31min

Jeff Yarbro Works For a Brighter Future for Tennessee

In this week's episode of An Honorable Profession, NewDEAL Leader and host Ryan Coonerty talks with Nashville, Tennessee Senator Jeff Yarbro. Senator Yarbro and Ryan have a great discussion highlighting the cultural shift Tennessee has undergone, from a bellwether swing state to a staunchly red conservative stronghold. From his perspective as the Minority Leader of a caucus of 6, Senator Yarbro discusses the importance of highly motivated and versatile elected officials to do many aspects of the job well with so few resources. He talks about the need to apply multiple skills, compromise, and differentiate between Republican voters and the Republican national players when facing a majority as stark as that of the Tennessee legislature. Senator Yarbro shares three keys he believes could help turn the tides of Democratic hopes in rural areas of the country. Listen now to discover how an internship with then-Vice President Al Gore pushed Senator Yarbro to eventually run for office himself!
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Jul 7, 2022 • 31min

Ken Lawrence Champions Free & Fair Elections For All

In this week's episode of An Honorable Profession, NewDEAL Leader and host Ryan Coonerty talks with Montgomery County, PA Commissioner Ken Lawrence. He shares what the past couple of years have been like at ground zero for the "Big Lie," giving background and insight into the mechanics of how conducting elections works. Ryan and Commissioner Lawrence discuss how two separate battles have developed for Democrats to tackle: the strengthening of election accessibility and building trust with constituents on free and fair elections. Commissioner Lawrence shares what he hopes to accomplish as the Chair of NewDEAL's newly formed Democracy Working Group, including some replicable best practices and getting bipartisan buy-in on this work. Listen now to discover what Commissioner Lawrence learned from participating in the food stamp challenge, the initiatives in his county that he is most passionate about, and how the county is recovering from COVID while also trying to overcome systemic inequities!
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Jun 28, 2022 • 14min

Special Episode: Raumesh Akbari Prepares For More Landmark Fights in Tennessee

In the second part of a special mini-series on the far-reaching consequences of the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, host and NewDEAL Leader Ryan Coonerty talks with fellow NewDEALer Raumesh Akbari, state senator from Memphis, TN, about the pending difficulties that await women of color throughout Southern states. Senator Akbari shares what individuals in blue states can do to support those in states with abortion bans and other restrictions on reproductive rights, and what other issues could become political battlegrounds due to future Supreme Court action. Listen back to both episodes in this mini-series highlighting the state and local fight happening in the post-Roe v. Wade world, and please make sure to make your voice heard at the ballot box this year in support of all of our state and local leaders!
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Jun 27, 2022 • 22min

Special Episode: Elizabeth Brown Leads the Charge to Safeguard Women's Rights After Roe v. Wade, on An Honorable Profession

In a special episode addressing the far-reaching consequences of the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, host and NewDEAL Leader Ryan Coonerty talks with fellow NewDEALer Elizabeth Brown, Columbus City Councilmember, about what Americans can do to hold the line against continued attacks on reproductive rights. Councilmember Brown shares her own reaction to the decision, how it affects the women she represents, and the anticipated effects on Ohio as a whole. Listen to the episode to find out what we can do next in our own cities and states -- including making our voices heard at the ballot box this year -- and stay tuned this week for another special episode on the impacts of the overturn from a state and local perspective, as the fight for reproductive rights continues in state legislatures across the nation.
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Jun 23, 2022 • 39min

Josh Boschee Trailblazes for All North Dakotans

Happy Pride Month! Host and NewDEAL CEO Debbie Cox Bultan talks with Josh Boschee, North Dakota House minority leader, and the first openly gay person to be elected to the legislature in that state. He shares his experience running for office, and his work to make Dakota more inclusive during a time when political red herrings are used to block the progress already made. Josh shares the recent political history of North Dakota and how the state was not always ruby red. He gives his insight into why the politics of his state have evolved over time, and how his work on the Obama campaign gave him the experience to get involved in running for office! Stay tuned to the end to hear his efforts to use the massive state surplus to invest in North Dakotans, including addressing the benefits cliff and getting more people on the path to upward mobility!
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Jun 15, 2022 • 24min

Vin Gopal Fights for New Jersey's Small Businesses

In this week's episode of An Honorable Profession, NewDEAL Leader and host Ryan Coonerty talks with New Jersey Senator Vin Gopal. He shares insights on how being a small business owner influences his policy-making, and how his stance on small business issues and understanding of the potential impacts of economic policies like the $15 minimum wage has earned his constituents' trust. Senator Gopal shares how his defeat in his first run for office helped him learn what to prioritize, how to campaign efficiently, and many more lessons that helped build the foundation for his future successes. Listen all the way through to hear Senator Gopal share how he combats misinformation through communication.
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Jun 10, 2022 • 27min

Dorcey Applyrs Ensures Government Works for All Residents

Join host Debbie Cox Bultan for a conversation with Albany, NY City Auditor Dorcey Applyrs! They discuss the role of the city auditor, and how Dorcey is working to make government more transparent. Dorcey describes the equity audit her office is conducting, which will help her ensure government services are meeting needs of all of Albany's residents. You'll also hear about how her childhood in DC led her to pursue a career in public health, her path into elected office, and why she prioritizes mentoring young women. Listen now!

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