On stage from the Texas Tribune Festival in Austin, Emily and Siva speak with the author of a new book about the American dream. He has some advice for progressives about how to bring together a broad electorate: it’s the economy, people. And more.

You’ve heard us gripe about conspiracy theories and disinformation flooding the online ecosystem. But this time, Will and Siva speak with a colleague who argues that Americans need more and better internet access — not less.