The Paradox of American Politics: Navigating The Current Malaise with Benjamin Studebaker

Benjamin Studebaker joins us to dissect the paradox of American politics, where the stakes are monumental, yet policy differences between parties have narrowed. We explore how this shift aligns with recent UK elections and the transition from detailed policy debates to a focus on signaling and messaging. The episode uncovers how figures like Kamala Harris position themselves as change candidates despite their ties to past administrations, and why the Democrats are steering clear of traditiona...