A Congressman Makes the Case for Local Power

Rep. Jake Auchincloss returns to the Strong Towns podcast with a case for localism that takes it seriously without treating it as a cure-all. He explains why localism deserves a bigger role in national politics, not as a slogan, but as a way to rebuild trust and solve problems closer to the ground. That idea gets tested against some of the hardest problems facing cities today: transportation systems that reward expansion over maintenance, a housing market that has lost its entry-level rung, and federal policies that often struggle to match local realities. The conversation closes with a warning about digital life and a defense of face-to-face community. Additional Show Notes Jake Auchincloss ( LinkedIn , Substack , Site ) "Digital Dopamine is Consuming America. It's Time to Fight for IRL." , (Article) Chuck Marohn (Substack) This podcast is made possible by Strong Towns members. Thank you! Join fellow members discussing this episode in The Commons.

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A Congressman Makes the Case for Local Power is an episode from The Strong Towns Podcast by Strong Towns.

This episode is 41:19 long.

This episode was published on May 11, 2026.

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