Leading Change: The Convergence of Politics and Policy

Explore a thought-provoking lecture on the intersection of politics and policy in this 56-minute talk by Elaine Kamarck, Senior Fellow in Governance Studies at Brookings. Gain insights into government innovation, reform, and effective leadership as Kamarck shares her extensive experience in American politics and public management. Discover lessons from major government initiatives, including the National Performance Review and the Affordable Care Act implementation. Learn about the importance of engagement, being a generalist, and the qualities of effective cabinet secretaries. Delve into the challenges of moving from public policy to politics, and understand the critical role of leadership in driving change. Benefit from Kamarck's advice on navigating the complex landscape of government reform and policy implementation, drawing from her work in presidential campaigns and the White House.

Introduction
Who is Elaine Kamarck
Moving from public policy to politics
Reinventing government
Lessons from downsizing
Leadership matters
Engagement
Advice
Being a generalist
Effective cabinet secretaries
Best cabinet secretary background
Lessons from reinventing government
Lessons from the ACA
The implementation problem
Lessons learned
Looking ahead