Today, host Reed Galen speaks with Alvaro Bedoya, a former FTC commissioner, about his experiences in office, the challenges faced by everyday Americans due to monopolistic practices, and the need for political alliances that transcend traditional divides.

They discuss the influence of corporate power on government, the importance of community engagement, and the potential for grassroots movements to create meaningful change.

Bedoya emphasizes the necessity of building coalitions among diverse groups to address pressing social issues and advocate for a government that prioritizes the needs of its citizens.

Read Alvaro's essay in The New Republic

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