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Dig: MAGA 2.0 w/ Quinn Slobodian & Wendy Brown

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Contradictions in Trumpism's Economic Policies

This chapter examines the conflicting elements of MAGA's economic policies, exploring the various factions and ideologies within Trumpism, from economic nationalism to far-right libertarianism. It highlights the tension between financial benefits for capital and austerity measures impacting the working class, while analyzing the ongoing evolution of Trump's political and aesthetic approach over recent years. The discussion also addresses the complexities of U.S. economic policy, the role of influential political figures, and the implications of new economic instruments like crypto on governance.

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