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Checks and Balance: Growth states

Economist Podcasts

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Resilience of the U.S. Economy

This chapter explores the surprising strength of the American economy amidst predictions of slowing growth, highlighting factors such as strong job creation, low unemployment, and a booming stock market. It contrasts the U.S. economic landscape with that of other developed nations facing potential recessions, discussing a unique 'soft landing' situation and the complexities of public perception versus economic data. The conversation also touches on income inequality trends, labor market dynamics, and recent successes in reducing the black-white employment gap.

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