TED Talks Daily US politics isn't broken. It's fixed | Katherine M. Gehl
Apr 6, 2021
In this engaging discussion, Katherine M. Gehl, a business leader and political activist, challenges the notion that the U.S. political system is broken. She argues it's functioning as intended, with design flaws inhibiting true representation. Gehl explores innovative voting methods, like 'final five voting,' advocating for non-partisan primaries to empower citizens and compel politicians to focus on solutions rather than mere reelection. Her insights draw parallels between the business world and politics, offering fresh perspectives on accountability and democracy.
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The Cheese Analogy
- Katherine Gehl, a former food company CEO, uses the analogy of the cheese industry to explain healthy competition.
- If customers liked her cheese, she thrived; if not, they chose competitors, incentivizing better products.
Politics: A Fixed Game
- Gehl questions why political competition doesn't yield similar win-win results as in business.
- She argues that the political system isn't broken, but rather designed to serve the interests of the two major parties, not the citizens.
The Real Culprits
- Gehl argues that common issues like gerrymandering, the electoral college, and money in politics aren't the root problems.
- The real culprits, she says, are two often overlooked rules: party primaries and plurality voting.