Musk and Milei’s public sector disruption: Innovation or risk? – Adrian Wooldridge

The global trend of public-sector "disruption" is gaining momentum, with leaders like Argentina's Javier Milei and the U.S.'s Donald Trump advocating for drastic reforms. While disruption promises efficiency through AI and bold experiments, critics warn of its risks: undermining essential services and creating chaos without sustainable solutions. True reform requires a balance—controlled innovation, long-term investment, and realistic expectations—rather than relying on sweeping changes that could destabilize vital public institutions.

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By Adrian Wooldridge

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