Forward

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A bold blueprint for moving beyond the "era of institutional failure" by transforming outdated political and economic systems to address twenty-first-century challenges, from an entrepreneur and bestselling author. Andrew Yang's grassroots 2020 presidential campaign, fueled by his Universal Basic Income proposal of $1,000 a month for all Americans, shook the political establishment and ignited a diverse movement. In Forward, Yang argues that UBI and job automation are just the starting points, identifying how cascading issues within our antiquated systems hinder progress and threaten democracy. As America's stagnant institutions lag behind technological advancements, polarization increases, with tech platforms exploiting our data and undermining our agency. Yang highlights the "priests of the decline" in America, including politicians whose interests have diverged from those they represent. The machinery of democracy is failing, necessitating innovative ideas to adapt it for contemporary challenges. Drawing from his campaign experience and insights from leading thinkers, Yang proposes solutions like data rights, ranked-choice voting, and fact-based governance enhanced by technology. He emphasizes that "there is no cavalry" to rescue us—it's our responsibility to forge a new path forward for democracy. This book serves as a powerful and urgent call to action.