The Dispatch Podcast Abundance About-Face | Roundtable
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Mar 21, 2025 
Sarah Isgur hosts a lively roundtable with Megan McArdle, a Bloomberg Opinion columnist, Jonah Goldberg, and Steve Hayes. They dive into the emerging 'Abundance Democrats' pushing for supply-side economics within a party historically focused on redistribution. The discussion navigates Chuck Schumer's leadership challenges and the troubled ties between political elites and average voters. They also dissect the potential impact of Trump’s foreign policy amid international crises and hilariously critique the bland 'sad beige' aesthetics in modern home design.
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Schumer's Boehner Trap
- Chuck Schumer's current political predicament mirrors that of Republicans post-2012.
- Both involve a disconnect between base demands and deliverable promises, potentially paving the way for a populist surge.
Abundance Democrats
- Abundance Democrats prioritize supply-side economics, focusing on increasing production before redistribution.
- They acknowledge the limitations of focusing solely on redistribution, as seen in states like New York and California.
Democrats' Median Voter Problem
- Jonah Goldberg draws parallels between the current Democratic Party and past Republican struggles.
- He highlights the Democrats' challenge in appealing to the median voter while catering to special interests.
