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EPISODE · Jan 23, 2025 · 59 MIN

Distinguished Governors on State vs Federal Power: A Conversation with Governors Jeb Bush, Jerry Brown and Mitch Daniels

from Talks from the Hoover Institution · host Hoover Institution

A discussion with three of America's most distinguished former governors - Jeb Bush (Florida), Jerry Brown (California), and Mitch Daniels (Indiana) - exploring the critical relationship between states and the federal government. Moderated by Michael Boskin, this conversation examines how these innovative leaders managed natural disasters, educational reform, fiscal challenges, and infrastructure development. The three distinguished former governors share candid insights about dealing with federal regulations, balancing budgets during boom and bust cycles, and implementing effective education reforms. Highlights include Jeb Bush's groundbreaking education initiatives in Florida, Jerry Brown's fiscal management in California, and Mitch Daniels' successful privatization efforts in Indiana. This timely conversation offers valuable lessons for current policymakers and insights into effective governance at both state and federal levels. Featuring: Jeb Bush, Former Governor of Florida (1999-2007) Jerry Brown, Former Governor of California (1975-1983, 2011-2019) Mitch Daniels, Former Governor of Indiana (2005-2013) Moderator: Michael Boskin, Senior Fellow, Hoover Institution To learn more, read "American Federalism Today" by the Hoover Institution: https://www.hoover.org/research/american-federalism-today Part of the Tennenbaum Program for Fact-Based Policy at the Hoover Institution: https://www.hoover.org/research-teams/tennenbaum-program-fact-based-policy 

A discussion with three of America's most distinguished former governors - Jeb Bush (Florida), Jerry Brown (California), and Mitch Daniels (Indiana) - exploring the critical relationship between states and the federal government. Moderated by Michael Boskin, this conversation examines how these innovative leaders managed natural disasters, educational reform, fiscal challenges, and infrastructure development. The three distinguished former governors share candid insights about dealing with federal regulations, balancing budgets during boom and bust cycles, and implementing effective education reforms. Highlights include Jeb Bush's groundbreaking education initiatives in Florida, Jerry Brown's fiscal management in California, and Mitch Daniels' successful privatization efforts in Indiana. This timely conversation offers valuable lessons for current policymakers and insights into effective governance at both state and federal levels. Featuring: Jeb Bush, Former Governor of Florida (1999-2007) Jerry Brown, Former Governor of California (1975-1983, 2011-2019) Mitch Daniels, Former Governor of Indiana (2005-2013) Moderator: Michael Boskin, Senior Fellow, Hoover Institution To learn more, read "American Federalism Today" by the Hoover Institution: https://www.hoover.org/research/american-federalism-today Part of the Tennenbaum Program for Fact-Based Policy at the Hoover Institution: https://www.hoover.org/research-teams/tennenbaum-program-fact-based-policy

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