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Ones and Tooze

Getting to Know Kamala Harris

Jul 12, 2024
US Vice President Kamala Harris is discussed as a potential replacement for Joe Biden. The podcast also analyzes the economic impact of the UK elections and the new Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership. Additionally, topics include minority group political leanings in the US, the impact of social media on mental health, and challenges faced by Britain post-Brexit.
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  • Kamala Harris's economic background shaped by post-Keynesian ideas and emphasis on capital accumulation and investment.
  • Harris's academic focus on economics at Howard University showcases unique path for black women in the US.

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Key Point 1: Harris's Family Background and Post-Keynesian Economics

Kamala Harris's father, Donald J. Harris, a renowned economist from Stanford University, was part of the post-Keynesian school of economics. He focused on economic development, emphasizing capital accumulation and investment. His ideas connected investment rates to income distribution and savings rates, relating growth to the societal class structure.

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