Navigating Bureaucracy and Renewal in Progressive Politics

This chapter examines the bureaucratic challenges stifling innovative scientific research funding in the U.S. and the Democratic Party's struggle to redefine its narrative in a post-Obama context. It discusses political movements, government efficacy, and the need for the party to enhance credibility amidst rising economic concerns. Ultimately, the chapter calls for a reimagined liberalism that prioritizes decisive action without sacrificing democratic values.