Have We Tried Asking Americans What They Want From Government? With Academy Fellow Loren DeJonge Schulman

In this episode of Management Matters, host James-Christian Blockwood delves into public governance and the challenges posed by declining trust in democratic institutions. Joined by Loren DeJonge Schulman, an expert in national security, public service reform, and organizational strategy, the discussion centers on the importance of being outcome-focused and engaging communities to improve government efficacy. Schulman shares insights from her diverse career and what could be next in the best of all worlds. Explore the role of future-oriented thinking in shaping effective public administration with us.

00:00 Introduction: Trust in Government

00:33 Exploring Governance and Innovation

00:51 Guest Introduction: Loren DeJonge Schulman

01:13 Diving into Public Governance

01:53 Challenges in Public Administration

04:40 The Importance of Community Engagement

07:01 Skills and Expectations in Public Service

09:11 Reimagining Government Structures

20:01 Current Federal Policies and Implications

23:33 Advice for Public Administrators

Management Matters is a presentation of the National Academy of Public Administration produced by Lizzie Alwan and Matt Hampton and edited by Matt Hampton. 

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