

499 | Geoffrey Kabaservice: The Rise of Neopopulism, a New Centrism, the Abundance Agenda, and the Next Era of American Politics
Aug 20, 2024
Geoffrey Kabaservice, VP of Political Studies at Niskanen and author, dives into the evolution of American political ideologies. He discusses the rise of neopopulism and a new centrism in Washington, as well as the transformation within the Republican Party since the Obama era. Geoffrey critiques moderation's effectiveness and promotes the abundance agenda, emphasizing pragmatic solutions to political and economic challenges. He highlights the disconnect between elite-driven policies and everyday Americans, suggesting a path forward through negotiation and reform.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
The Rise and Fall of Moderate Conservatism
05:25 • 19min
The Challenges of Moderation and the Promise of the Abundance Movement
24:10 • 4min
Populism and the Republican Shift
27:42 • 19min
Moderates and the Disconnect with Liberal Elites
47:10 • 11min
Navigating Popularity and Policy in American Politics
58:02 • 3min
The Abundance Agenda: Hope Over Ideology
01:00:43 • 12min