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5 questions for author Catherine Bracy


Published on 2025-03-14 17:21:13 - Politico
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  • Happy Friday, and welcome to The Future in 5 Questions. This week we talk with Catherine Bracy, a civic technologist and CEO of the advocacy group TechEquity whose new book, "World Eaters: How Venture Capital Is Cannibalizing the Economy,

The article from Politico's Digital Future Daily newsletter features an interview with Catherine Bracy, the author of "Hacking for Good: A Beginner’s Guide to Civic Tech." Bracy discusses the potential of technology to address societal issues, emphasizing the importance of civic tech in engaging citizens and improving government services. She highlights the need for tech solutions to be inclusive and accessible, not just for the tech-savvy or affluent. Bracy also touches on the challenges of scaling tech initiatives, the role of government in tech innovation, and the necessity for tech education to be more widespread to empower communities. She advocates for a collaborative approach between technologists, government, and the public to ensure technology serves the common good, and shares insights on how her book aims to inspire and guide those interested in using technology for social change.

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