In this episode, we dive into the critical question: Who truly influences policy in the United States? Drawing from groundbreaking research, we explore the power dynamics between average citizens, economic elites, and organized interest groups. Through the lens of competing theoretical frameworks, we examine the evidence revealing how economic elites and business-oriented interest groups wield substantial and independent power over policymaking—leaving little room for the voices of everyday Americans. Join us as we unpack these findings, challenge the ideal of majoritarian democracy, and discuss what these power imbalances mean for the future of the American political system.

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