Dr. Maya Kornberg Interview Episode 658

Why does it feel like Congress can't get anything done — even when the stakes are so high? In this episode, I'm joined by political scientist and senior fellow at the Brennan Center for Justice, Maya L. Kornberg, to discuss her book Stuck: How Money, Media, and Violence Prevent Change in Congress. Drawing on congressional records and interviews with lawmakers, Maya reveals a system under strain — shaped by relentless fundraising, shrinking staff capacity, the pressures of social media, and even the threat of political violence. But this isn't just a diagnosis. It's also a roadmap for reform — and a conversation about how Congress could actually start working again.