Abundance, by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson, Avid Reader Press, 297 pages, $30 At the turn of the 20th century, labor leader Samuel Gompers had many
The article "Lawn Sign Liberalism vs. Supply-Side Progressivism" by Ruy Teixeira discusses the dichotomy between two forms of political activism within the Democratic Party. "Lawn Sign Liberalism" refers to a form of activism where individuals signal their political beliefs through symbolic acts like displaying yard signs, focusing on identity politics and cultural issues. This approach, while visible, often lacks engagement with the broader electorate on economic issues that could appeal to working-class voters. In contrast, "Supply-Side Progressivism" advocates for policies that directly address economic inequality and material conditions, such as infrastructure investment, education, and healthcare, aiming to benefit all citizens, particularly those in the working class. Teixeira argues that for Democrats to expand their voter base and win elections, they need to shift from the symbolic politics of lawn sign liberalism towards a more inclusive, policy-driven approach that focuses on economic upliftment and broad-based prosperity.
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