Have you heard of “reclaiming liberalism?” No, it’s not a trendy new way to recycle your expired tote bags. It’s actually a movement that’s looking to put political equality, power, and participation back into liberal thinking. So, if you’ve been feeling left out of the political conversation because you’re not a member of the elite, then this movement might just be for you.

But wait, there’s more! The mastermind behind this movement is not just a stuffy academic, she’s also putting her theories into action. Danielle Allen, the director of Harvard’s Edmond and Lily Safra Center for Ethics, has brought together a ragtag group of experts to solve some pretty hefty problems. From figuring out how to get more people tested for Covid-19 to making sure robots don’t take over the world, Allen is on it.

And if you thought that was impressive, hold on to your hats, folks. Allen was also the co-chair of the “Our Common Purpose” commission, which proposed over 30 policy recommendations to fix American democracy. That’s right, 30! Can you name 30 things you’ve accomplished today? Don’t worry, me neither.

But wait, there’s still more! Allen even ran for governor of Massachusetts. I mean, this woman does not mess around. Clearly, she’s not content with just sitting around complaining about the state of politics. No, she wants to do something about it, and she’s taking action.

So, if you’re feeling inspired by all of this, why not join the movement? Sure, you might not have a fancy degree from Harvard or a bunch of policy recommendations to your name, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make a difference. Who knows, maybe one day you’ll be the one running for governor or chairing a commission. The possibilities are endless.

Serious News: nytimes