About the Authors

How many marbles
are in this container?

Take a guess.

If we asked 100 people to guess how many marbles are in this container, their answers would likely be all over the place — some too high, some too low, and many far from the actual number.

But here’s the interesting part: when you average all 100 guesses, the result tends to be remarkably close to the true number. This phenomenon is known as the wisdom of crowds.

It works because each person brings a different perspective, experience and mental model. While any one guess may be inaccurate, the collective judgment can be surprisingly accurate — often better than the experts.

What if we applied that same idea to the challenges facing America in 2032?

No single person, institution or ideology has all the answers. But together — with many voices, diverse perspectives and a willingness to listen — we can identify better solutions and build a stronger, more prosperous America.

That’s why we created America2032.com — a place for all of us to learn from each other, share ideas and work toward a brighter future.

The marble-count container used for the wisdom-of-crowds experiment
Elliot Goldberg

Elliot Goldberg

Elliot is an investor, entrepreneur and lifelong problem-solver. He has spent his career analyzing complex issues, looking for practical solutions, and bringing people together. Through America2032.com, Elliot hopes to spark a thoughtful, solutions-oriented conversation about the future of our country.

Vinny B.

Vinny B.

Vinny B. is an AI co-author, powered by ChatGPT. With a vast amount of knowledge, a curious mind and an unbiased perspective, Vinny B. helps turn ideas into insights, connects diverse viewpoints and highlights opportunities that might otherwise be overlooked.

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