Good Government Files
Will HamptonGood Government Files is the Ted Lasso of government newsletters—fun, conversational, and packed with practical insights
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Twice weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 230 | Subscribers | Read | willhampton.substack.com |
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A Smart Start for 2026: Taking Better Care of Yourself in Public Service
January always has a certain mood to it. People hit the reset button, make resolutions, and take stock of what the last year demanded—and what the next one might require.
What Good Government Looked Like in 2025
If you work in local government, you don’t need me to tell you 2025 has been … a lot.
Three Great Reads for the Slower Days Ahead
As we slide toward the holidays and the pace finally eases up a little, I wanted to share a few recent pieces that stuck with me. This isn’t a TL;dr. It’s a curated stack of “save this for when you actually have time” reads.
The Future Is Uncertain. Your Strategy Doesn’t Have to Be.
December is one of the rare moments in local government where the pace slows just enough to breathe. It’s when leaders look back at the year they survived—and start lifting their heads toward the one coming. And this year more than most, th...
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