From Gridiron to Governor: Wes Moore on Grit, Results, and Building Trust
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Maryland Governor Wes Moore joins The People’s Cabinet to unpack his journey from college football wide receiver to transformative leader. He covers:
– Rejecting labels like “left” or “moderate” to focus on results-driven governance
– How he curbed Baltimore’s homicide rate to a 50-year low with innovative crime partnerships and solutions
– Navigating the Trump administration while advocating for second chances
– A leadership playbook that involves bringing everyone to the table
– His vivid recollection of his favorite college touchdown
A must-listen for anyone who cares about public service, our country’s future, and leading with purpose.
Chapters
1. Intro (00:00:00)
2. Football (00:01:08)
3. Political Approach and Background (00:04:56)
4. Election Lessons and Affordability Focus (00:08:12)
5. Beyond Labels: Results-Oriented Governing (00:11:09)
6. Crime Reduction in Baltimore (00:13:23)
7. Policing Ideologies and Community Safety (00:17:26)
8. Tackling Vacant Properties (00:19:39)
9. Partnerships and Federal Challenges (00:22:20)
10. Belief in Second Chances (00:26:05)
11. Message to Disaffected Voters (00:28:45)
12. Closing (00:31:00)
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