The World and Everything In It 10.15.25 The shutdown standoff, El Salvador under Bukele, and combating homelessness in Oregon
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Oct 15, 2025 Hunter Baker, a political scientist and provost, dives into the government shutdown standoff, shedding light on its impact on fiscal discipline and recent state races. Carlos Baez, a World Latin America correspondent, discusses Nayib Bukele's controversial security measures in El Salvador, emphasizing the balance between order and democracy. The podcast also features insights on combating homelessness in Oregon, showcasing a ministry's approach focused on transforming lives.
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Bible Trust Varies By Age And Forgiveness
- The State of the Bible 2025 found older Americans trust religion more while younger generations are less confident.
- It also linked forgiveness with higher overall institutional trust among respondents.
Shutdowns Signal Growing Fiscal Risk
- Hunter Baker warned that recurring shutdowns reflect declining budget discipline and risk long-term unsustainability.
- He argued sound fiscal policy and restrained spending are needed to avoid fiscal crisis for future generations.
Caution On Expanding ACA Subsidies
- Baker said extending ACA COVID-era subsidies risks expanding an already flawed system without solving affordability.
- He cautioned that further subsidy expansion could perpetuate healthcare cost growth.