This week on #AnHonorableProfession MS Senator Rod Hickman discusses his career, how he navigates a majority Republican legislature, and his advice to any candidate on door-knocking effectively. Tune in 🎧 youtu.be/vc-ZNtR90cg

In Arizona, Coconino County Treasurer Sarah Benatar’s efforts are focused on ensuring public funds are effectively and transparently managed, even testifying to Congress on the harms of anti-ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) risk analysis legislation. Welcome to NewDEAL!

In Colorado, Routt County Commissioner Angelica Salinas is strengthening rural economic development and expanding affordable housing. Welcome to NewDEAL!

The proud son of two Mexican immigrants, Nebraska Senator Dunixi Guereca is dedicated to empowering working people. As the Executive Director of Stand For Schools, Senator Guereca is strengthening community engagement and advocating for statewide education solutions. Welcome to NewDEAL!

Fairbanks Mayor Mindy O’Neall is helping to make her community safer and more affordable through public safety, housing, and community revitalization policy initiatives. Welcome to NewDEAL!

New Mexico Representative Michelle Paulene Abeyta, a member of the Navajo Nation, has brought needed improvements and funding for the tribal communities of New Mexico, improving roads and water systems. Welcome to NewDEAL!

Missouri House Democratic Leader Ashley Aune is dedicated to supporting communities across the state, whether that is by ending property taxes for service-disabled veterans or fighting against government overreach in reproductive healthcare. Welcome to NewDEAL!

Illinois Senator @mikehalpin.bsky.social is dedicated to supporting working families, improving public safety, and advancing education policy. One of his key initiatives has allowed for better tracking of student loan debt in Illinois. Welcome to NewDEAL!

Ohio House Minority Leader Dani Isaacsohn has worked to incentivize pro-housing policies and has built partnerships between urban and Appalachian communities and to develop shared solutions for strengthening public education. Welcome to NewDEAL!

Indiana State Representative Victoria Garcia Wilburn is bringing more forward-thinking, flexible, and accessible healthcare to Indiana. Welcome to NewDEAL!

In Kentucky, Representative Adam Moore is protecting working families with key initiatives like lowering prescription drug rates and expanding early voting access for caregivers. Welcome to NewDEAL!

Mayor Alyia Gaskins is bringing meaningful change to Alexandria, VA, supporting working families by expanding access to housing and improving critical infrastructure. Welcome to NewDEAL!

Georgia State Representative Omari Crawford is working to ensure that residents across his district and the state have access to comprehensive, affordable, and inclusive healthcare. Welcome to NewDEAL!

Columbia, SC City Councilman Sam Johnson is driving change in his city through public-private partnerships in infrastructure projects. Welcome to NewDEAL!

In Fletcher, North Carolina, Mayor Preston Blakely is revitalizing his community through zoning reforms and by developing the town’s center, known as the Heart of Fletcher. Welcome to NewDEAL!

In Delaware, State Senator @tizzylockman has shaped statewide education policy as vice chair of the Wilmington Education Improvement Commission and co-chair of the Redding Consortium for Education Equity, working for better outcomes for students. Welcome to NewDEAL!

In Portsmouth, Assistant Mayor JoAnna Kelley is bringing more affordable housing to her community and raising awareness around the contributions people of color make to New Hampshire’s culture, art, and music. Welcome to NewDEAL!

In Vermont, Treasurer Mike Pieciak’s work is making retirement more accessible and housing more affordable. Welcome to NewDEAL!

Connecticut Treasurer Erick Russell takes on generational poverty with economic initiatives designed to support and expand opportunities for low-income families across the state. Welcome to NewDEAL!

From NY: Suffolk County Legislator Rebecca Sanin and NYC Councilmember Virginia Maloney! Legislator Sanin is driving energy-saving initiatives in her county. In NYC, Councilmember Maloney is prioritizing digital infrastructure and boosting the workforce. Welcome to NewDEAL!

From PA: Bucks County Sheriff Danny Ceisler and Pittsburgh Mayor @coreyoconnorpa.bsky.social! Sheriff Ceisler is improving public safety and supporting veterans in his county. Mayor O’Connor has served his hometown since 2012, and has grown Pittsburgh's economy as mayor. Welcome to NewDEAL!

Join us in celebrating the 2026 Class of NewDEAL Leaders! As hardworking Americans continue to face rising costs, this new group of state and local electeds is making government work better and delivering real results. Get to know them below ⬇️

NewDEAL is devastated by the fatal shootings of Joan Sebastian Guerrero in Biddeford, Maine, and Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston, Texas by ICE agents.

Mayor Justin Bibb's advice to delivering results? Making easy things easy and getting things done. Watch his and Debbie's full conversation on this week's episode of #AnHonorableProfession - link in bio 🔗

This week on #AnHonorableProfession Cleveland, OH, Mayor Justin Bibb discusses his recently announced Midline project, the importance of trust, and how mayors can show that government can still deliver results. Tune in 🎧https://youtu.be/MUxkeD33PAQ

NewDEAL Leaders hear their constituents- families are facing a cost of living crisis. Check out this new report from the NewDEAL Forum outlining how we can address rising health and child care costs and food insecurity to ease the burden for American families 👇 www.newdealforum.org/newdeal-foru...

This week on #AnHonorableProfession NC State Rep. Dante Pittman shares the interesting political climate in the state, lessons from ongoing budget conflicts in a state with a Democratic governor and Republican-majority legislature, and the importance of leading in a bipartisan way. 🎧 buff.ly/FHfTd0v

Congratulations to #NewDEALer Jeff Bridges on advancing to the general election for Colorado Treasurer!

Congratulations to #NewDEALer @jenagriswold.bsky.social on advancing to the general election for Colorado Attorney General!

Congratulations to #NewDEALer @amandaforcolorado.bsky.social on advancing to the general election for Colorado Secretary of State!