The Future Starts With Us by Gordon Brown review – a recipe for beating populism Gordon Brown's latest book, "The Future Starts With Us," offers a comprehensive analysis of the collapse of civic ties and their connection to populism on both domestic and international stages.
Beneath this nuanced examination lies a growing reliance on polling data to inform policy decisions. Brown argues that strengthening civic ties can create a virtuous circle of engagement, security, and cooperation.
He supports his claim with polling data from 32,000 people across 20 developed countries, distinguishing between "zero sum" thinkers who prioritize self interest and a more generous "civic core" open to compromise for the greater good.