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The NewDEAL is a national network for state and local elected leaders with innovative ideas to grow progress | The NewDEAL Forum is a non-profit organization which identifies and promotes innovative, future-oriented state and local policy

NEW from The Roadmap 🛣️: buff.ly/VC8TcqG The Democratic Party doesn’t need to look far for a roadmap to success. Our new class of rising leaders is paving the way forward in communities across the country. They’re proving that pragmatic, results-driven leadership can make people’s lives better.

The New Class Showing Democrats the Path Forward

Meet the 22 newest NewDEAL Leaders whose work in states and cities offers a blueprint for Democratic success in 2026 and beyond.

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ICYMI: Investing in clean energy means more jobs and lower utility bills at the end of the month. NewDEALer VA Delegate Mike Feggans shares how he and his colleagues are building the "Virginia model" for clean energy growth. buff.ly/MyAoFQ2

Column: Virginia moves forward in race for clean, affordable energy

Invest in workers, modernize the grid, remove unnecessary barriers, and deliver results people can see in their everyday lives, Del. Michael Feggans, D-Virginia Beach, writes in a guest column.

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NewDEALer Mayor @dorceyformayor.bsky.social is rolling out an innovative new way to fight back against homelessness in Albany. The new program will help to deliver much needed mental and behavioral health support to unhoused communities. Read more about the plan:

Albany County's Street Psychiatry program aims to curb homelessness

A large unmarked van sat outside the Albany County Health Department Monday. It was there for the rollout of a new behavioral health care program to serve the unhoused community.

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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 ⬇️

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#NewDEALer Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson launched his twelve-week Adopt-A-Neighborhood program, a multi-department initiative to improve housing conditions and community partnerships. Learn more about Johnson’s “lasting change,” including landlord accountability measures 👇

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Albany’s South End is receiving a significant investment as a part of the New York Main Street Grant Program. #NewDEALer Mayor @dorceyformayor.bsky.social believes the grants will strengthen existing businesses, fill vacant storefronts, and support local entrepreneurs Read more 👇

Nearly $400,000 in grants to boost South End businesses draws community excitement

Nearly $400,000 in grant funding is being invested in Albany’s South End, with city and community leaders saying the money will help strengthen existing busines

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