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Tariffs, globalization, and democracy, with Harvard economist Dani Rodrik

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The Role of Policy in Empowering Workers and Strengthening the Middle Class

This chapter examines the shortcomings of unchecked capitalism and advocates for policy interventions to create job opportunities, especially for the middle class. It discusses the historical pushback from organized professions and underscores the crucial role of government support in fostering a strong middle class through quality service sector jobs.

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