Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov How to End Bad Boomer Leadership
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Oct 3, 2025 
In this captivating conversation, Amanda Litman, co-founder of Run for Something and author of *When We’re In Charge*, dives into the future of political leadership. She shares insights on breaking away from ineffective Boomer leadership and encourages young candidates to embrace authenticity over strict ideology. Amanda discusses the rise of youth candidacies, the importance of work-life balance, and how social media can be an asset for candidates. Highlighting the need for generational change, she emphasizes a values-first approach to campaigning.
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Don't Let Opponents Settle Governance
- Amanda Litman argues Democrats must not back down in a shutdown because Republicans control all branches and must govern.
- She warns Senate Democrats need to fight to show voters who is responsible for failures to govern.
From Side Project To Large Talent Pipeline
- Run for Something launched on Trump's first inauguration day expecting 100 applicants and got 1,000 in the first week.
- The group now has nearly 250,000 sign-ups and has elected over 1,500 millennials and Gen Z to office.
Build Candidates With Full-Service Support
- Recruit candidates through an online community offering training, mentorship, and partner resources before they file to run.
- Provide endorsed candidates hands-on regional support, tools, and post-election alumni networks to build long-term leadership pipelines.
