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Jason Crawford
Founder & President of The Roots of Progress
Jason Crawford is the founder and president of The Roots of Progress, a nonprofit organization aimed at establishing a new philosophy of progress for the 21st century. His work focuses on promoting a culture of progress, particularly in the realms of technology and industry. Since starting The Roots of Progress in October 2019, Crawford has become a prominent figure in the progress movement, advocating for optimism and the potential for human advancement despite contemporary pessimism about the future.125
Crawford has written extensively on the history and philosophy of progress, contributing over 100 essays and participating in numerous talks and interviews. His insights have been featured in respected publications like the MIT Technology Review, and he has been recognized as a leading thinker in the field, even being named to Vox's "Future Perfect 50" list.234 Additionally, he has a background in technology, having held various roles in engineering and management at companies such as Amazon and Flexport, and has co-founded tech startups including Fieldbook.34
He is also known for his engagement with the broader community through platforms like Twitter, where he shares his thoughts and connects with others interested in the progress movement.26
Highlights
100 years ago, entertainment options were so meager that when someone introduced the crossword puzzle, a “mania” swept the country.
Hard to imagine how absolutely bored out of their skulls people must have been
