How to Make Government Deliver with Delaware Lieutenant Governor Kyle Gay

Recorded at the 15th Annual NewDEAL Leaders Conference in Washington, D.C., host Ryan Coonerty's conversation with Delaware Lieutenant Governor Kyle Gay digs into how she helped pass Delaware's equal rights amendment, her period-equity initiative, and her efforts to expand pathways to legal services. Gay talks about her time as Deputy Attorney General, representing clients in Delaware's business courts and practicing pro bono law for foster youth – experiences that now inform how she convenes communities, agencies, and decision-makers to change outcomes. The episode also explores how Gay partners with Governor and NewDEAL Alum Matt Meyer to get results, the impact of stories she's learned directly from constituents, and the responsibility she carries as a member of the Pardons Board. Tune in to learn about LG Gay's reflections on her journey into public office and why Delaware has become a place where more women can step into government leadership.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• [01:04] Lieutenant Governor Kyle Gay's perspective on leading the State of Delaware.

• [04:33] How the Lieutenant Governor partners with the administration in her state.

• [06:30] Two examples of how she has acted in her role to impact others.

• [08:48] Lessons learned from hearing directly from constituents.

• [10:54] Insights from working on the Pardons Board.

• [12:57] Orienting state government, the legislature, and the executive branch around implementation and outcomes.

• [16:01] Kyle's journey to public office and taking the role of Lieutenant Governor.

• [18:44] Balancing private life and being an elected official.

• [21:31] How Delaware has made it possible for more women to serve in local government.

• [25:06] Picking priorities in the state legislature.