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Trump, Tariffs, and the New 80s: America's Next Cultural Reset

"Econ 102" with Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg

CHAPTER

Navigating the CHIPS Act and Economic Austerity

This chapter examines the complexities of the CHIPS Act, highlighting the disparity between awarded and dispersed funds while discussing the act's influence on private investment. It further explores the tensions between government efficiency and privatization, the historical impact of neoliberal policies, and the pressing need for fiscal reforms. The conversation spans contemporary political influences, including the contrasting approaches of Trump and Elon Musk, while analyzing the implications of global movements on local and national governance.

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