The Rise of Political Accountability

The podcast discusses growing concerns over political accountability, particularly in the context of unelected officials wielding power over elected representatives. The concept of a 'blob' is introduced, representing vested interests in government who are alarmed by the push for more transparency and accountability in Washington. A key example mentioned is the struggle of Donald Trump, who seeks to reclaim executive power that has been undermined by longstanding bureaucratic control. This dialogue highlights the tension between those who support the administration's efforts to reduce the influence of the administrative state and those resisting this shift.