7min chapter

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Populism, Polarization, and Threats to Western Democracy: Rory Stewart

Let’s Find Common Ground

CHAPTER

Openness and Humility: Lessons from American Civil Servants

This chapter explores the openness of American civil servants to new ideas compared to those in Britain, sharing personal experiences and admiration for their willingness to listen. The benefits of direct cash assistance in poverty alleviation are also discussed, along with the need for politicians to be more modest and humble.

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