The Realignment 530 | Felicia Wong: What Joe Biden's Legacy Means for the Future of American Politics
Jan 16, 2025
Felicia Wong, the outgoing president and CEO of the Roosevelt Institute, shares her insights on Biden's impact on the left and the fight against neoliberalism. She discusses political innovation by linking FDR's legacy to today’s challenges and the role of meme culture in making complex economic ideas accessible. Wong delves into tensions between centrist and populist strategies within the left, the importance of a humane immigration policy, and the emerging 'abundance agenda' addressing climate change and housing.
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Roosevelt Institute's Approach
- The Roosevelt Institute blends think-tank rigor with activism, focusing on a 21st-century Rooseveltian vision.
- They bridge academic insights with real-world policy and political action.
Bridging Theory and Policy
- The "post-neoliberal" project effectively translated theory into a tangible political agenda during the Biden administration.
- This demonstrates that intellectual discourse can shape real-world policy.
Roosevelt's Influence on Biden
- The Roosevelt Institute played a key role in shaping the Biden administration's personnel and policy.
- They connected individuals with expertise in "new economics" to positions of influence within the administration.