Generational Conflict and Constitutional Ideals

This chapter explores the potential generational conflict in America, focusing on the influence of the elderly on taxpayer resources amidst a growing welfare state. It discusses the divergence between traditional constitutional values and rising populist sentiments, while examining the political philosophies of James Madison and the contrasting visions of Hamilton and Jefferson. The conversation also critiques current government interventions, the normalization of dependency, and highlights the irony in Republican support for corporate welfare.