From New Deal to New Dilemma (with Keith Gaddie)

Keith Gaddie returns to the Democracy Den Studios to discuss the evolution of liberalism and conservatism in American politics from the New Deal to present day, exploring identity politics, economic challenges, and the shift towards club goods.

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

01:14 A Conversation on American Politics

03:25 The New Deal and Its Legacy

07:31 Challenges of Modern Liberalism

14:45 Evolving Political Coalitions

21:57 Fearmongering and Political Strategies

22:15 Liberalism and the Abundance Mindset

24:02 Public Goods and Externalities

28:19 Conservatism and Community Responsibility

37:29 The Era of Club Goods

40:22 Concluding Thoughts and Future Discussions