Empowering Civic Engagement and Grassroots Activism

In this episode of The People’s Cabinet, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker joins Dan Koh to talk about how we stand up to Trump — and what real leadership looks like in dangerous times.

From rising threats to economic solutions, Governor Pritzker shares how he’s balanced budgets, raised wages, and delivered real results for working families — all while defending democracy, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ rights.

They cover:

– The rise of political violence 

– Why people must speak up — and show up

– How affordability, education, and civil rights shape a winning message

– The path to reclaim power and rebuild trust