Intelligence Squared - Will Progressive Populism Save The Democratic Party?

The Democratic party stands at a crossroads. For progressive populists, the path forward is clear: Democrats must get back in touch with the party’s working-class roots by championing policies such as Medicare for all, free public college tuition, and a guaranteed federal jobs program. They say this strategy is key to regaining power. But others argue that a handful of high-profile progressive wins have been over hyped and that centrist policies will win elections.

Intelligence Squared US- Will Progressive Populism Save The Democratic Party? with debaters Karine Jean-Pierre, National Spokesperson & Senior Adviser, MoveOn.org; Jeff Weaver, Campaign Manager, Bernie Sander's 2016 Presidential Campaign & Author; Jonathan Cowan, Co-Founder and President, Third Way; Steven Rattner, Chairman & CEO, Willett Advisors LLC.

Airs Saturday, November 3 at 10pm on WNYC AM 820 and NJPR