William Galston

William Galston, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution and Wall Street Journal columnist, shares insights into today’s political landscape. He discusses the Democratic Party's challenges, particularly their focus on abortion while overlooking middle-class concerns. Galston draws intriguing parallels between Andrew Jackson and Donald Trump, emphasizing the necessity of effective governance. The conversation also touches on the historical struggle for rights and how modern activism can learn from past movements to engage voters more successfully.

In a compelling discussion, Elaine Kamarck, a senior fellow at Brookings, and William Galston, also a senior fellow there, tackle the Democratic Party's future. They dissect the reasons for the party's disconnect with the working class and highlight the importance of emotional connections in voter communication. The conversation emphasizes the need for Democrats to adopt proactive strategies to rebuild coalitions and adapt to cultural shifts, while also focusing on issues like housing affordability and Hispanic voter outreach.

William Galston, academic and author, discusses the impact of cultural issues on elections, the opportunities for ideological upstarts post-2024 election, and the influence of 'dark passions' like humiliation in voting behavior. The podcast explores the challenges of Democrats and Republicans in building a governing majority, analyzing class politics, working class perceptions, immigration legislation, racial dynamics, and the role of dark emotions in politics.