How Democrats Restore Trust in Government with Congressman Greg Landsman

In this week’s episode, host and NewDEAL CEO Debbie Cox Bultan speaks with Congressman Greg Landsman who represents Ohio’s 1st Congressional District. Landsman is a member of the New Democrat Coalition and co-host of the new podcast, The Fly-In. They talk about the effects of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” that passed the House by one vote - highlighting the massive unpopular cut to health care and food assistance programs that the legislation would slash to pay for tax cuts for the super-wealthy. Landsman shares what Democrats can do to help their constituents better understand legislation, as well as how he has prioritized government transparency and efforts like preventing members of Congress from trading stocks as part of his work to restore  trust in government. Tune in to learn why Greg Landsman believes Democrats should be tough not mean and his work to lead a proactive Democratic agenda that can deliver for the American people.

IN THIS EPISODE: 

• [01:43] Congressman Greg Landsman walks us through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

• [04:20] Outlining vital aspects of the bill, and how to speak about it with constituents.

• [05:45] Greg’s thoughts on government effectiveness, transparency, and accountability.

• [09:19] Why government reform needs to happen across both aisles.

• [12:05] Bipartisan compromise, and why such collaboration is more unusual than common.

• [16:25] What Democrats need to do to win back control and change the current trajectory.

• [20:35] Walking the line between toughness, decency, and getting things done.

• [23:54] Why authenticity matters more than ever in 2025.

• [24:54] How the Congressman got into politics, and the ins and outs of The Fly-In podcast.