A new abundance agenda for the Democratic Party

Harry talks with Jake Auchincloss, a relatively young Demoratic member of the House who is drawing a lot of attention for his ideas about how the Party needs to proceed to win back a majority of the American people. They first discuss the issue of Generation-Z men, who are shaping up to be a conservative cohort of Republicans for the next 50 years. Auchincloss believes there are ways to provide them attractive alternatives without in any way mimicking or appropriating the MAGA rhetoric. Auchincloss follows up with his own defining themes, leading with housing, as well as corrections to democratic processes (such as the elimination of gerrymandering), that he believes could drive a shift back to Democrats. One concrete opportunity for multiple reforms could come from 2026-28, if the party establishes majorities in Congress and Trump is a lame duck. Auchincloss’s overall prescription for the party is it needs to focus on economic opportunities and an “abundance agenda” to contrast favorably to the overall scarcity ideology that has come to dominate the Republican Party.
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[Thmpr]

excellent conversation. I've become a big fan of Rep Auchincloss in the last few months. He has some great ideas. I hope we can have a true election in 2026 to get back the majority.

[houndyears]

What a well educated representative..young and knowledgeable are two great attributes we definitely need/want for our future..we want some assurance that our government is run with care, empathy and compassion.

[jewel_laughs]

I absolutely loved this conversation. There are so many opportunities to recreate America in a way that everyone participates. The creation of an Abundance Economy has a nice ring to it. Great job guys!

[crithon]

"legos and monopoly." that's a good analogy!

[Garygarygarygary]

Harry Another great guest telling us new & different IDEAS. Thank you Jake we are listening.

[armandsaiia]

Get it together democrats. Define yourself for the needs of all citizens. The rights to live a dignified stress free life. Healthcare for all, living wages, voter protect, civil rights.

[bernardbrowne]

Not my world (I'm an Aussie), but I am interested. Thanks Harry, for introducing me to this young man. He sounds like a thinker.

[MeredithPutvin]

Jake is a Marine and represents my district in Congress. He actually won the seat when Kennedy tried to unseat Markey. Now he just needs to come down to the Southcoast for a Townhall (This was also Barney Frank's district). And I mean Fall River and New Bedford. He has two major immigrant communities (Predominately Portuguese - Brazilian and Azorean) that also needs to be addressed in this climate.

[kimberleebrackley]

Thank you, Harry. It's always a great conversation.

[carolecastellano]

I have a 31 year-old son who has such a white man complex that the white man is being so targeted and I’m really sick of that attitude

[bill]

We need more of this generation of smart people to take control of our party and our government.

[jeannettesarpola]

you're missing the fact that women couldn't get credit cards until the 1970's...black people couldn't vote..there has to be equal opportunity; also would love to see a stat on how many genz men actually vote

[DigsRetro]

I don't know how Congressman Auchincloss has done so many things in his life when he looks 24 at most.

[patriciadaugherty]

So refreshing to hear solid sensible ideas, a vision for a way out of the increasingly bleak downward slide we see in the daily news every day. I now have some hope.

[joymarieantonio]

The message that should work on everyone, is that you're going to raise the tax on the rich and lower it for the middle and lower class and make sure they can all afford health insurance.

[FemFlorida]

I want the House to be truly representative- Expand
I want governance reform
I want the money out of elections

[paulettescarsella]

Just got the mail, I m losing my house! the bank said it! My husband died 9 yrs ago, thanks.

[sharonsteward]

Generational change, 83 year old Grandma approves, about time🙏

[cameronmcleod]

Im not thrilled with Ezra Klein's approach to "Abundance Policy." I hope there is a recognition that this ideology can not coexist with Billionaires. That level of wealth distorts the system to its breaking point. Our economic systems need to continue to evolve and develop as any other aspect of our society, and it's time to look at socializing more of our system. We dont "all get a cut" when someone can change the rules to privatize ownership unto themselves, as we're seeing today.

[MotherofOdin]

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