Live From DC: Turning Middle-Out Economics into Good Politics
Pitchfork Economics with Nick Hanauer
Economic Inequality and Political Accountability
This chapter delves into the significant economic disparities that have emerged since 1975, particularly the declining income share of the bottom 90% and the concentration of wealth among the top 1-2%. It features a panel discussion on the necessity for the Democratic Party to prioritize progressive policies that resonate with the working class and combat the frustrations of constituents. The conversation also emphasizes the urgent need for credible solutions to pressing issues like housing, healthcare, and education, while critiquing the political system's focus on finance over the realities faced by average Americans.
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