Jeremiah Johnson, a Dispatch contributor and cofounder of the Center for New Liberalism, dives into the challenges of political categorization and the vital role of innovation in promoting populist movements. He critiques contemporary ideologies and the disconnect in New York's political scene, particularly with figures like Andrew Cuomo. The conversation also touches on the complex relationship between technology, populism, and economic growth, advocating for a focus on wealth creation rather than scapegoating billionaires.
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Theater Kid’s Radical Shift
Zoran Mamdani is a Brooklyn theater kid who used socialist politics as cultural signaling.
Unavoidably, he unexpectedly became New York City's mayoral nominee and is moderating his earlier radical stances.
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Populism’s Dangerous Simplicity
Populism thrives by appealing to victimhood and promising easy solutions that ignore complexities.
This approach leads to scapegoating and undermines democracy by valuing will over viable policy.
insights INSIGHT
Social Media Fuels Political Rage
Social media exposes elite failures vividly, fueling public rage and distrust.
The center cannot hold, as politics becomes a permanent conflict between elites and outsiders.
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This book delves into the reasons behind America's current inability to address significant challenges such as housing shortages, climate crises, and infrastructure issues. Dunkelman argues that a 'vetocracy' allows nearly anyone to stifle progress and that progressive reforms have inadvertently contributed to this gridlock. He suggests that progressivism must rediscover its roots to break through the current paralysis and restore faith in public institutions.
Stuck
Joyce Uglow
Abundance
The Future Is Better Than You Think
Peter H. Diamandis
Steven Kotler
In this book, Peter H. Diamandis and Steven Kotler present a contrarian view that the future is brighter than commonly perceived. They document how exponential technologies, DIY innovators, technophilanthropists, and the rising billion (the world's poor empowered by modern communication technology) are conspiring to solve global problems such as access to clean water, food, energy, healthcare, education, and freedom. The authors provide examples and strategic roadmaps for governments, industries, and entrepreneurs to address these challenges, offering a optimistic outlook on the potential for technological innovation to improve human living standards[2][4][5].
The Revolt of the Public
And the Reckoning of the West
Martin Gurri
Martin Gurri's "The Revolt of the Public" analyzes the growing disconnect between established elites and the general public, exploring the rise of populism and anti-establishment sentiment. The book examines how the rapid dissemination of information through the internet has empowered ordinary citizens, leading to a challenge to traditional power structures. Gurri argues that the elites' inability to adapt to this changing information landscape has fueled public anger and frustration. The book's central theme is the erosion of trust in institutions and the rise of alternative sources of information and authority. Gurri's analysis offers insights into the underlying causes of political polarization and the challenges facing democratic societies in the digital age.
Jeremiah Johnson—a Dispatch contributor, first-timeguest, and cofounder of the Center for New Liberalism—stops by Chez Remnant to discuss the futility of litigating political taxonomy, the theater kid campaign approach, the connection between innovation and populism, and Jonah Goldberg’s lower-case liberal propensities.
The Remnant is a production of The Dispatch, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch’s offerings—including Jonah’s G-File newsletter, regular livestreams, and other members-only content—click here.
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