Big Government Now

The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg

—Order Marc’s book, Why Nothing Works: Who Killed Progress―and How to Bring It Back here

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about a year ago 1:14:30

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Frustrated with never-ending interstate repairs and constant airline delays, Jonah Goldberg looks to the sky and wonders; Why does nothing work? Marc J. Dunkelman, fellow at Brown University’s Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs, has the answers. Marc and Jonah discuss the origins and transformation of American progressive policy, the spirit of the NIMBYs, and a bold proclamation that we need even more institutions to achieve good governance.

Show Notes:

—Learn more about the Watson Institute

The Remnant is a production of The Dispatch, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch’s offerings—including Jonah’s G-File newsletter, regular livestreams, and other members-only content—click here.

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Big Government Now

The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg

published about a year ago

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Show Notes:

—Order Marc’s book, Why Nothing Works: Who Killed Progress―and How to Bring It Back here

—Learn more about the Watson Institute

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