Adrian Wooldridge with Larry Mantle: Can America Make Government Work Again? The Crisis of Comptence, Populism, and Trust

Bloomberg Opinion columnist and political thinker Adrian Wooldridge joins veteran public radio host Larry Mantle for a discussion on whether American government can regain public trust and effectively meet the challenges of the twenty-first century.

Drawing on decades of reporting on politics, capitalism, and governance, Wooldridge examines the forces driving institutional dysfunction, declining confidence in government, the rise of populism, and what reforms may be needed to restore effective democratic leadership.

Topics include:
• The crisis of trust in government and public institutions
• Populism, polarization, and democratic governance
• Government competence and institutional reform
• Meritocracy, leadership, and public service
• The future of liberal democracy in a rapidly changing world