Defining Abundance and Its Targets

The concept of abundance, as articulated by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson, is framed as a call to liberal thinkers to prioritize not just the passage of policies but their effective implementation. They argue that despite shared goals of decarbonization, affordable housing, and improved public infrastructure, many liberals fail to translate these goals into tangible outcomes. For instance, while California remains a beacon of technological advancement, Klein points out the stark failure in addressing its housing crisis, which forces many working-class families to leave. This disconnect highlights the need for a serious reassessment of government functionality and urgency in achieving meaningful progress in these areas.