Economist Podcasts Bridges and divides: America’s infrastructure push
Aug 12, 2021
Idris Kaloun, Washington correspondent for The Economist, dives into President Biden’s ambitious infrastructure push. He discusses the Senate's passage of a $1 trillion bipartisan package and its implications for U.S. infrastructure. Kaloun contrasts this with a proposed $3.5 trillion budget focusing on social programs and climate change. He also touches on Zambia’s upcoming elections, highlighting the challenges faced by opposition parties amid political tensions, alongside insights into Germany's electoral landscape and advanced prediction models.
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Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
- The Senate passed a $1 trillion infrastructure bill with bipartisan support.
- This bill includes investments in roads, bridges, airports, and internet access.
Linked Budget Bill
- A separate $3.5 trillion budget bill is tied to the infrastructure bill.
- This bill focuses on social programs and climate measures, facing more opposition.
White House Strategy
- The White House strategy involves splitting the infrastructure plan into two parts.
- One bipartisan bill focuses on traditional infrastructure, while a larger bill includes social and climate programs.