The Dispatch Podcast Our Failing Branches of Government | Roundtable
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Apr 11, 2025 Explore the current dysfunction across the U.S. government's branches, where Congress struggles while the judiciary surprisingly holds strong. The conversation dives into the economic shift from manufacturing jobs to tech roles and questions the nostalgia surrounding lost jobs. Delve into the challenges of executive powers and the role of Congress amid political polarization. And just for laughs, hear a hilarious parenting tale involving cheese slices as a quirky tool to soothe crying kids!
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Congress's Abdication
- Congress's abdication of its role is a root problem, creating a power vacuum.
- This vacuum allows the presidency to overreach, not just under Trump.
Congress's Self-Subordination
- Congress voluntarily subordinated itself to the presidency.
- Structural forces, like gerrymandering and polarized communities, contribute to this.
Institutional Decay
- Loss of faith in institutions and technology's impact on civic life contribute to Congress's decline.
- People engage with politics as entertainment, not a reflection of their interests.