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Gov. Wes Moore spoke on the need to end the racial wealth gap. That's message needs to trascend nationally and internationally. As the Maryland executive stresses "Racism is expensive. Bigotry is expensive." We all should have the opportunity to share in the immense wealth that has been created nationwide and globally. #wealthgap #racialgap #capitalismforall #fairwages #economicfairness #equity #stakeholders

Recommended read for anyone concerned with the state of American democracy and interested in how to become part of the solution. Dr. Heidi Burgess and Dr. Guy Burgess in their Beyond Intractability substack break the U.S. into three categories: 1. True believers (vocal/active ideological extremes on both sides...14% of the population), 2. Transpartisan pro-democracy activists (people willing to set aside ideologies/party allegiance to pursue solutions together), and 3. The disillusioned, disengaged, and politically homeless (everyone else). "If people assume they can't do anything to improve the political conflict in the United States,?the situation will continue to deteriorate.??If they assume it will all turn out all right, they are depending on others to fix things for them.? So far, that hasn't worked out very well...the?thing to do is to work for a?future that we can all?believe in, in?a?constructive, rather than escalating, polarizing, and hence self-defeating way.? And the best way to do that...is to treat everyone with respect (even those who may not deserve it), to listen to what they have to say (including people we profoundly disagree with), and try to figure out a way in which we can all work together to reach the goals that we all want." https://lnkd.in/eAApjQZm.

Opinion: The demonstrated staying power of Trump and the Republican party that he has remade along populist lines — despite billions in philanthropy devoted to opposing their agenda — suggests this is not a winning strategy, argues Daniel Stid in a guest essay for #TheCommons. Key points in his essay: ? The strategy that many philanthropists and grantees pursued during the rise, fall, and resurgence of Donald Trump’s political fortunes didn’t work. ?It accelerates polarization by fomenting an apocalyptic, fear-based politics and provides MAGA enthusiasts with nearly perfect foils. ? Better approaches include building expansive and varied coalitions. Read Stid's essay: https://lnkd.in/e98Cj2hn Stid is executive director of Lyceum Labs, a start-up nonprofit dedicated to improving the quality of political leadership and party politics in the United States. The former director of the U.S. democracy program at the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, he writes the blog the Art of Association.

Resonant piece. Raising awareness and mobilizing action don't require flashy headlines — it requires strategic organizing and coordination. It is incredibly hard work, but supporting the most vulnerable means first and foremost listening to actual people and their priorities (not only organizations). Then being thoughtful about how we show up, what we say, where we allocate resources, and how we act without providing ammunition to those who would weaponize our own words and put a target on the backs of the very same people we intend to support.?This is not selling out, or compromising, or being quiet. It is digging into the work with a long-term outlook.

#TheConversation #BlockVoting #groupeconomics Part 1 "Interview with Ron Lindsey, Senior Pastor at Concord Fortress of Hope Church. This is a five-part interview. We discuss the state of the black community regarding block voting and group economics, and what that has looked like here in Kansas City 35 years ago under the political leadership of the clergy and the workforce that was available at that time. We give examples of what has worked in the past to guarantee Black Kansas City a seat at the table, and who those leaders were that implemented these strategies, such as Bruce Watkins Sr. Phil Curls, and Julia Hill. Charles Hasley, Doc Holiday, Bobby Hernandez, John Sharp, and Chuck Wimes to name a few. We discussed how our political and economic infrastructure that made things work 35 years ago has been dismantled in this new era of self-gratification by our politicians and businessmen. Overall, it’s a sign of the times. One of the main topics that we led off with is loyalty and trustworthiness has disappeared, not just in our community, but in overall society. But is that an excuse for us to follow suit? Because everybody else is jumping off a cliff, do we need to, as a community, follow that narrative? We talked about starting anew, planting new seeds, and using technology and the tools that technology represents as it relates to communications. And especially Cascade Media Groups, being the largest black-owned digital media company on the planet, why haven’t we used that to bring our community together? You cannot succeed with block voting or group economics without collaboration and participation by your community. We ended up inviting everyone to join the conversation and get involved. As my friend Dr. Marj says, ‘You have to be the change you would like to see.’"

In this month’s IBJ Media column, longtime community leader and philanthropist Cindy Simon Skjodt and I wrote about how to achieve a better democracy for Indiana and America. Democracy reform may not be the sexiest issue, but it’s foundational to everything else we care about—building a better economy, support system, justice system, and planet. Read more about this important discussion here: https://lnkd.in/eg2P-XcU

Are we?living a lie?when it comes to Adam Smith? For years, we've been taught a selective version of history ... especially about Adam Smith, the so-called father of capitalism. The popular narrative says he was all about?free markets?and?minimal government, with his famous “invisible hand” quote being used to suggest that markets naturally fix themselves. But this couldn’t be further from the truth. What if I told you that Smith’s?"invisible hand"?wasn’t about an all-powerful force that fixes markets, but rather about the unintended positive effects of investing close to home? Smith believed that when investors choose to invest locally, they create external benefits for their communities—something that aligns more with?#localism?and?#community building?than with unregulated capitalism. Even more surprising, Smith argued against monopolies, tariffs, and the kind of rent-seeking behavior that allows the wealthy to manipulate markets for their own gain. He was an advocate for worker freedom and fairness, aiming to protect the public from systems that exploited labor and distorted markets. So when we look at today’s political landscape, it’s clear: The Democratic Party - with its focus on regulating monopolies, protecting workers, and building fairer systems - actually reflects Smith’s values more accurately than Trump’s Republican Party, which continues to perpetuate a false narrative that benefits those who already hold much of the wealth. Isn’t it time we stopped living this lie and started seeing Adam Smith for who he really was? Big thanks to John Biewen and Ellen McGirt for educating me through?Scene on Radio?Episode 4 on Capitalism. It’s a great listen for anyone interested in the deeper history behind these ideas. #AdamSmith #Capitalism #FreeMarkets #InvisibleHand #HistoricalContext #EconomicJustice #Monopolies #CommunityBuilding #WorkersRights #PoliticalNarratives #SceneOnRadio #Democrats #Equality #Florida

“Relationships are the root and the flower. They are the point at which social infrastructure creates infrastructure for anything to happen,” said Savannah Barrett, who co-founded Kentucky’s Rural-Urban Exchange in 2014, adding, “When you look for common ground you find it, but conversation can’t be about conversion.” From Kentucky to Minnesota, something powerful is taking root – concerted efforts to bring people together and bridge across divides that certain narratives would suggest are impossible to cross. These Rural-Urban Exchanges?started first in Kentucky and then continued right here in Minnesota, representing "a movement of individuals who yearn for complex, full, authentic representation of one another. Through exchange we actively commit to addressing the challenges affecting our most distant neighbors as if they lived next door to ourselves." The New York Times recently featured this powerful movement (https://lnkd.in/djEwQxpW), with many, including former President Barack Obama, taking notice and sharing (https://lnkd.in/grigPKyW), "I've been thinking about how we can rebuild?a conversation where folks can disagree without hating each other, and have a constructive debate that leads to collective action."? We are grateful to the leadership of our Art of the Rural grantee partners, Matthew Fluharty and Savannah Barrett. They?are contributing to a stronger, more connected Minnesota and demonstrating how what some would suggest is impossible is actually quite possible when we create space to come together, share across differences, and listen "to better understand who we are, what we love, what we fear, and what we need from one another." Learn more about the powerful work of the Minnesota Rural-Urban Exchange (#MNRU) here:?https://mnrux.org/

Biden's Warning: Rich Don't Care About You Uncover the critical analysis of Biden's transition message and a sharp critique of wealth inequality's impact on society. We explore the influence of wealthy elites on political decisions and the disconnect between the rich and the struggles of everyday Americans. Prepare for a thought-provoking discussion! #BidenTransition #WealthInequality #PoliticalAnalysis #EconomicPolicy #EliteInfluence #SocialJustice #PoliticalPodcast #USPolitics #EconomicDisparity #CurrentEvents

We're excited to 'pass the mic' on our Democracy > Politics initiative to 1050 Forward, a new org investing in civic leaders in micropolitan communities who are demonstrating that democracy is not just about who holds power, but about how we come together to make life better for everyone. "1050 Forward draws inspiration from PACE’s Democracy is Larger than politics initiative. which reminds us that democracy’s true strength is a commitment to inclusivity and a dedication to building representative systems that genuinely serve people. In micropolitan communities and beyond, we see these values come to life as local leaders collaborate across divides and approach problem-solving with a focus on results. Their work is a testament to what democracy can achieve when politics becomes a tool for unity, fairness and shared purpose." Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eCiZeNXp