Catherine Mortensen
Co-Host of Across the States
As Director of Public Affairs, Catherine Mortensen works with reporters from across the country to promote the great work ALEC is doing to protect limited government, free markets, and federalism. She also produces and hosts ALEC TV where she interviews state and local lawmakers about issues such as criminal justice reform, public lands management, and state and fiscal tax policy.
Catherine is an award-winning journalist who began her career as a local television and radio news reporter and anchor in New Mexico. She later moved into print news reporting in Southern Colorado before serving as an elected official on the Canon City City Council in Colorado. Catherine transitioned to political advocacy communications when she worked on Capitol Hill as the Communications Director for Congressman Doug Lamborn (CO-05). She has worked in conservative political communication for more than a decade in Washington, D.C.
Catherine has a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and a Bachelor of Science degree in journalism from Boston University. She has a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government.
Catherine Mortensen has hosted four Episodes.
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Surviving the Superminority in Illinois: Rep. John Cabello at the ALEC Annual Meeting
September 18th, 2024 | 8 mins 10 secs
criminal justice reform, illinois, policy, recidivism
Illinois State Representative John Cabello, a Republican serving as Assistant Minority Leader, spoke with Catherine Mortensen about the challenges of working in a superminority. Sometimes it's more about stopping the bad bills than passing the good ones.
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Finding Strength in ALEC with New Hampshire Rep. Jeanine Notter on ALEC TV
September 13th, 2024 | 5 mins 23 secs
During the 51st ALEC Annual Meeting in Denver, Colorado, New Hampshire State Representative Jeanine Notter shared her experiences and insights as a dedicated public servant. With 14 years of service, Nodder has faced numerous challenges, yet remains committed to her role, largely due to the support and motivation she receives from the ALEC community.
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Education Freedom with Mesha Mainor at the ALEC 51st Annual Meeting
August 21st, 2024 | 5 mins 56 secs
alec, education, freedom, mesha mainor
Georgia State Representative Mesha Mainor recently shared her insights at the 51st Annual Meeting of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) in Denver, Colorado. Marking her second year as an ALEC member, where she shared insights on critical issues affecting her community and discussed how the resources of ALEC are helping her address these challenges in Georgia. As a representative for the people of downtown Atlanta, she revels in the hope provided by the Georgia Promise Scholarship as she continues her commitment to advancing education freedom.
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131: How State Reforms Can Address Problems in Vision Care
January 20th, 2023 | 13 mins 6 secs
healthcare, optometric, vision care
How state legislatures can deal with problems of vision care providers. Join ALEC Senior Task Force Director Brooklyn Roberts for a solutions-oriented discussion with the American Optometric Association.