Dear Reader, Alignment in Local Leadership Isn’t Optional – It’s Urgent The Catalyst Perspective Let’s stop pretending we’re waiting for the federal government to save us. Washington is in crisis. Supreme Court rulings are being defied. Leaders are being mocked, not respected. Institutions once held sacred are now political battlegrounds. And in the middle of all this dysfunction, your community is looking for leadership. Not slogans. Not ceremony. Leadership. United States Capitol,...
18 days ago • 2 min read
Dear Reader, What happens when the Supreme Court makes a ruling… and the President refuses to follow it? The Catalyst Perspective Let’s be clear: This is no longer politics as usual. The Trump administration is openly defying the Supreme Court—again. He recently deported a legally protected immigrant to El Salvador in direct violation of a court order. This man had legal status in the U.S. and was never to be returned to his home country, due to credible threats to his safety. The court said...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Dear Reader, Subscribe to The Leadership Catalyst newsletter: Subscribe Now The Record Is Broken. The Resistance Is Rising. From the Senate floor to your next bold move, now is the time to lead. The Catalyst Perspective Last week, Senator Cory Booker stood on the Senate floor for 25 hours and 4 minutes, pushing back against the forces threatening our democracy. It wasn’t performative.It wasn’t for optics.It was a moral stand rooted in love….for the people, for justice, for the future. In...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Dear Reader, Subscribe to The Leadership Catalyst newsletter: Subscribe Now The Power of Women’s Voices in Protecting Democracy The Catalyst Perspective The weight of leadership often falls heaviest on those bold enough to speak truth to power. The world doesn’t just reward strong leadership—it challenges it. We’ve seen this play out in real-time as women in Congress step up to defend democracy. Whether it’s Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett’s fiery rebuke, US Senator Amy Klobuchar’s relentless...
2 months ago • 4 min read
Dear Reader, Subscribe to The Leadership Catalyst newsletter: Subscribe Now IT’S TIME TO STAND ON BUSINESS: EXPOSE THEM & FIGHT BACK Let me be very clear—this is personal for me, and I am pissed. I am outraged, and you should be too. What we are witnessing in our federal government is not just bad leadership—it is an outright attack on democracy and the American people. There are deliberate attempts to dismantle our institutions, silence the people, and strip away the rights of everyday...
3 months ago • 5 min read
Dear Reader, You show up. You advocate. You fight for your community. But when was the last time you fought for yourself? The Women Mayors Collective Retreat is your space to: Sharpen your crisis communication skillsso you stay in control when the next media storm hits. Strategize against political attacks on DEI & funding because the challenges aren’t stopping. Connect with women mayors who understand the weight of leadership no explanations needed. Let’s Talk About What Might Be Holding You...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Black History & Brilliance: An Undeniable Legacy Black History Month is not just about looking back—it is about standing in our power today. It is about acknowledging the truth that Black Americans, whose ancestors were stolen from their homeland and enslaved for centuries, built this country. And despite every systemic barrier constructed to keep us from self-actualization, we have persisted. We have innovated. We have led. Yet in 2025, we are still battling efforts to erase our...
4 months ago • 3 min read
From Chaos to Clarity: Equipping Municipal Leaders to Navigate Federal Disruption Dear Municipal Leaders & Department Directors, Municipal leadership has never been for the faint of heart. You’re tasked with balancing budgets, delivering essential services, and addressing the needs of your community—all while navigating challenges that often originate far beyond your local government. As President Trump prepares to re-enter the White House, his track record of disregarding expertise,...
5 months ago • 4 min read
Dear [Mayor], It’s been a week since the Women Mayors Collective Retreat, and I wanted to follow up to hear your thoughts. What resonated with you? What questions or ideas are still on your mind? Your Feedback Shapes the Future Your perspective is essential in making this retreat even better for next year’s group of leaders. If you haven’t had the chance yet, please take a few minutes to share your experience: Complete the Survey Here Looking Ahead Leadership is complex, and creating space to...
6 months ago • 1 min read
