Conversation with Congressman Dean Phillips — Raising the Foundation for Americans
Nov 9, 2023
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Congressman Dean Phillips, a Democratic candidate for President of the United States, discusses his decision to run against President Biden. They explore the downfall of WeWork and strategies for its recovery. They also talk about the importance of building relationships, foreign policy in Gaza, and emotional responses shaping life priorities.
Congressman Dean Phillips plans to address income inequality, raise the minimum wage, support childcare and eldercare, and pursue a national health insurance mechanism to reduce healthcare costs.
Congressman Dean Phillips emphasizes the importance of supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russia, reassessing military spending, and finding bipartisan solutions to address global challenges.
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Discussion with Dean Phillips on Running for President
Congressman Dean Phillips, a Democrat from Minnesota, discusses his decision to run for president and the key issues he plans to focus on during his campaign.
Importance of Addressing Income Inequality and Economic Issues
Addressing income inequality and economic challenges is a priority for the candidate. They emphasize the need to raise the minimum wage, support childcare and eldercare, and pursue a national health insurance mechanism to reduce healthcare costs. The candidate also highlights the importance of reevaluating military spending, implementing zero-based budgeting, and finding ways to invest in education. They assert that these actions can significantly improve the lives of families and ensure a more sustainable future.
Support for Ukraine and Foreign Policy
The candidate emphasizes the importance of supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russia to preserve its sovereignty. They believe that America and its allies should stand with Ukraine until the hostility ends. They also advocate for a 21st-century defense policy, reassessing military spending, and auditing the Pentagon. The candidate highlights that America's response to conflicts like Ukraine sends a message to other nations like Iran, North Korea, and China. They stress the need for reasonable and bipartisan solutions to address global challenges and protect American interests.
Dean Phillips, a third-term Democratic Congressman from Minnesota, and now a Democratic candidate for President of the United States, joins Scott to discuss his decision to run against President Biden and the key issues he’ll be focused on throughout his campaign.
Scott opens with his thoughts on WeWork’s bankruptcy and niche AI bots.