Technopopulism Explains Trump Administration’s Affinity For Technocrats

Populists leans on Technocrats to “make things work” but it is often a conflicted and tumultuous partnership. Technocracy under Trump has made great strides in 5G, surveillance, Internet of Things, AI, Operation Warp Speed, etc. Whether Technopopulism or liberal Technocracy, Technocrats win in the end. ⁃ TN EditorPopulists cast themselves in opposition to technocratic expertise — but they ultimately rely upon it.
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