The Realignment 557 | Steve Teles: Can the Abundance Agenda Win America's Factional Future?
Jun 10, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Steve Teles, a political scientist from Johns Hopkins University, delves into the Abundance Agenda and its potential to reshape American politics. He navigates the complexities of union politics in New York while addressing tensions within the Democratic Party. Teles emphasizes the need for a hopeful narrative in political discourse and argues for policies that prioritize citizen needs over corporate interests. His insights on engaging constituents and shifting from cynicism to an abundance mindset are compelling and thought-provoking.
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Varieties of Abundance Explained
- There are many varieties of abundance across the ideological spectrum from left to right. - Center-left abundance focuses on governance and state activity, distinct from the broader concept of abundance.
Abundance as Reelection Strategy
- The abundance agenda is more about governing and maintaining voter support post-election than about winning elections. - Abundance aims to deliver tangible government services to ensure reelection through voter satisfaction.
Get Specific on Bottlenecks
- Focus on identifying specific corporate bottlenecks rather than broad narratives. - Use detailed examples to make arguments about corporate concentration more effective for policymakers.