Sep 15, 2026 · 46 min · 9 segments
What becomes possible when we stop questioning the intentions of people with whom we disagree? David Ramadan, former member of the Virginia House of Delegates and Professor of Practice at George…
David RamadanGuest
Matt LehrmanHost
From Social Prosperity Partners, this is Community Catalysts, where local leaders from across America's civic landscape share the experiences, lessons, and practical insights that help communities navigate complexity, earn trust, and move forward together.
Today's episode is part of our continuing partnership with RELI, the Regional Elected Leaders Initiative at George Mason University's Schar School of Policy and Government.
Through this series, we're exploring the experiences and perspectives of leaders who are helping Northern Virginia's communities work together across jurisdictional and political boundaries.
I came to public service with a firm belief that it doesn't matter how much I disagree with the person on the other side, I never question his or her intentions.
After serving two terms in the Virginia House of Delegates, David has continued a career spanning business, higher education, and public service.
Today, he teaches government and public affairs at George Mason University while advising organizations on leadership, strategy, and public policy.
I'm looking forward to exploring what those experiences have taught him about leading across differences and building the relationships that help communities move forward together.
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From Social Prosperity Partners, this is Community Catalysts, where local leaders from across America's civic landscape share the experiences, lessons, and practical insights that help communities navigate complexity, earn trust, and move forward together.
Today's episode is part of our continuing partnership with RELI, the Regional Elected Leaders Initiative at George Mason University's Schar School of Policy and Government.
Through this series, we're exploring the experiences and perspectives of leaders who are helping Northern Virginia's communities work together across jurisdictional and political boundaries.
I came to public service with a firm belief that it doesn't matter how much I disagree with the person on the other side, I never question his or her intentions.
After serving two terms in the Virginia House of Delegates, David has continued a career spanning business, higher education, and public service.
Today, he teaches government and public affairs at George Mason University while advising organizations on leadership, strategy, and public policy.
I'm looking forward to exploring what those experiences have taught him about leading across differences and building the relationships that help communities move forward together.