Political Innovations that Can Save Democracy

Political Innovations that Can Save Democracy

America’s political system is dysfunctional. We all acknowledge that. But the truth is: it is working exactly how it is designed to work, which isn’t for us, the ordinary citizen. While many of us throw up our arms in despair or simply gripe and complain about it endlessly, my next guest has carefully analyzed the problem and offers solutions to address it.

She is Katherine Gehl, the Co-author of a wonderful and an important new book titled The Politics Industry: How Political Innovation Can Break Partisan Gridlock and Save Our Democracy. 

Scott Warren, Co-founder and CEO of Generation Citizen, Joins Denver Frederick

Scott Warren, Co-founder and CEO of Generation Citizen, Joins Denver Frederick

Critical to a healthy democracy is an engaged and informed citizenry, and for most of us listening, that all began back in Civics class.  But today, when 77% of Americans between the ages of 18 and 34 can’t name one US senator representing their state, it may be time to reimagine Civics class… which is precisely what Generation Citizen has done. It’s a pleasure to have with us their co-founder and CEO, Scott Warren.