How to Flip a Legislative Seat with Kentucky Rep. Adam Moore

This week, host Ryan Coonerty talks with Kentucky Rep. Adam Moore about why he threw his hat into the ring of elected office. After growing up in a conservative home, his journey to public office began when he saw the government failing to cover the basics—helping folks with healthcare, jobs, and housing. He became a Democrat, and ran for a state legislature seat that hadn't seen a Democratic candidate in years. Since being elected, he's worked hard to protect consumers and ensure transparency when data centers are proposed, help veterans and their families, and lower the price of prescription drugs. Ryan and Rep. Moore talk about how listening to constituents determines his priorities and why having a voice in the room matters, even when passing legislation is difficult. Tune in to hear Rep. Moore's perspective on public service, practical policymaking, and what keeps him working for the people he represents. IN THIS EPISODE: [01:55] Background on Representative Moore and his path to public office. [03:47] Discover how schools, fair pay, and affordable healthcare changed his politics. [05:12] Learn why giving voters a choice motivated him to challenge a Republican-held seat. [06:31] Hear how knocking on doors helped him earn voters' trust in a closely contested race. [07:21] Explore how relationships across the aisle helped him deliver in a superminority. [08:48] Understand why interstate licensure compacts matter for military spouses' jobs. [10:08] Uncover why data centers require protection, transparency, and local control. [12:59] Consider how local votes and tax incentives could shape his next data center bill. [15:12] Examine how his nuclear readiness program could benefit local communities. [17:16] Find out how his medication and housing proposals turn problems into solutions. [20:08] Assess how trade wars and rising costs are impacting Kentucky voters. [22:29] Representative Moore shares how common values and being in the room keep him motivated. LEARN MORE: www.newdealleaders.org