The NewDEAL

10/15/2026

NEW on : Fairbanks, AK Mayor Mayor Mindy O'Neall, City of Fairbanks joins Debbie to talk about what it's like to be in the national political spotlight with Alaska's competitive U.S. Senate race, and the disconnect between national politics and the politics in Alaska where finding common ground and working together is fundamental:
https://youtu.be/s1q1ggu6BhI?si=lnVwDkrLHN4SJBK8

10/08/2026

NEW on : Kentucky Rep. Adam Moore tells Ryan the story of why he threw his hat into the ring of elected office, winning a seat in the state legislature that hadn’t seen a Democratic candidate in years. Tune in to hear Rep. Moore’s perspective on public service, practical policymaking, and what keeps him working for the people he represents: https://youtu.be/GvK3SZE2ZqM?si=09vm84kqfGIOAvkk

10/08/2026

State Leg. Update! NJ Sen. Troy Singleton’s bill to strengthen bullying prevention education in schools is advancing in the Legislature. The bill would incorporate bullying awareness and prevention into student learning standards, helping students recognize, understand, and address bullying.
Learn more 👇
https://www.tapinto.net/towns/bordentown/articles/singleton-bill-adding-bullying-prevention-instruction-to-nj-student-learning-standards-advances-in-legislature

10/07/2026

Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb is taking a new approach to protecting access to fresh, affordable food: rewarding grocery stores that stay open. His job-retention tax credit would help grocers keep workers on the job, while investing in Cleveland neighborhoods and food access.
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Cleveland is looking to change the way it offers tax incentives in an attempt to keep grocery stores from closing.

10/06/2026

NEW on : As the cost of everyday needs continue to rise, CT Treasurer Erick Russell reminds us that we must also plan for, and invest in, our future. Read how his Baby Bonds programs is supporting working in families doing just that: https://thenewdeal.substack.com/p/baby-bonds-build-wealth-and-strengthen

10/06/2026

Check it out: Our CEO Debbie Cox Bultan shares four lessons from leaders across the country on affordability, delivering results and what people want from their elected officials.

Read more in DC Journal: https://dcjournal.com/four-lessons-for-addressing-the-cost-of-living-crisis/

10/05/2026

NewDEALer CT Comptroller Sean Scanlon continues his state's commitment to free childcare for working families through the Early Childhood Education Endowment Fund
Learn more: https://www.stamfordadvocate.com/connecticut/article/surplus-early-childhood-endowment-fund-transfer-22457673.php

10/05/2026

For many towns looking to grow, capacity isn't an afterthought- it's the first challenge faced.
Routt County Commissioner Angelica Salinas talks about the hurdles that rural communities have to overcome to even access support.
Watch more: https://youtu.be/gKPM5oq4F-U?si=zfQ_hWSd1ruLL-v6

10/01/2026

NEW on : Routt County Commissioner Angelica Salinas tells host Debbie and Ryan what rural areas need most, and why showing up and caring about constituents as a human being first has helped her build connections. Tune in to hear more about what is giving her hope right now: https://youtu.be/gKPM5oq4F-U?si=jniiS0WWz4P7corU

09/29/2026

How does someone get elected sheriff in a Trump-won district by promising to END his county's partnership with ICE? He makes the public safety case.

NEW on : Bucks County, PA Sheriff Danny Ceisler outlines how he proved that his predecessors' 287(g) agreement with ICE was harming all residents and how that message connected with voters.

By Danny Ceisler, Bucks County, Pennsylvania Sheriff