Best of the Spectator
What happened to the Democratic Party?
Feb 15, 2024
Joshua Green, author of The Rebels: Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and the Struggle for a New American Politics, discusses how these rebels influenced Joe Biden; the Democratic Party's shift away from finance-centered liberalism due to the 2008 financial crisis; the rise and impact of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez; frustration among young Democrats with Biden's leadership; and the Democratic Party's fissure on foreign policy.
37:58
Episode guests
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- The 2008 financial crisis shaped the Democratic Party and fueled the rise of left-wing populism.
- Figures like Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders challenged the Democratic establishment and advocated for progressive policies.
Deep dives
The Rise of Left-Wing Populism
The podcast discusses how the 2008 financial crisis played a crucial role in shaping the Democratic Party and giving rise to left-wing populism. Figures like Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders emerged as key players who steered the party towards a more left-leaning economic stance.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
