This week, Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg discuss the political nuances that influence the Republican and Democratic parties in the U.S. They explore the historical shifts in party dynamics, immigration policies, and the evolving economic strategies under potential future administrations. 

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The Democrats are a strong party, the Republicans are a weak party: https://www.noahpinion.blog/p/the-democrats-are-a-strong-party

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) Intro

(00:43) Noah's kook and Japanese influence

(01:56) Trump and the Republican party

(07:44) Role of party elders and Biden's decision

(13:31) Historical context of party strength

(19:42) Sponsors: GiveWell | Weights & Biases

(21:53) Future of the Republican party

(29:14) Immigration and labor laws

(30:48) Historical context of immigrant voting

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(36:44) Democratic party and immigration policies

(45:57) Foreign policy dynamics

(52:34) Kamala Harris's economic plan

(56:21) Wrap