And beyond that, how can we shape the world that emerges after the pandemic? Contest electionsOn the left, “electoralism” — pursuing public office through elections — is a hotly debated tactic. But contesting elections is essential to winning radical reforms that change the consensus on what is possible and build power. Winning the chance to reshape policy, as councilors, state legislators and mayors, is why elections are crucial. But successful campaigns for national office are also powerful ways to broadcast transformative ideas.

Source: New York Times August 09, 2020 15:00 UTC