[maxxxxx]

I always think this is the big strength and weakness of the US at the same time. This country is more willing than other countries to abandon old things and move on to the next thing. But right now it seems to be falling into the trap of a lot of pseudo innovation while the foundation is crumbling. Not sure what the best way is to move forward.

[inopinatus]

Gerrymandering severely curtails political incentives for infrastructure investment. Not saying it's the only issue, but it's a clear case of undermining the best outcomes from representational democracy.