The NPR Politics Podcast "It's Big" And "It's Bold": Biden Unveils Massive Infrastructure Plan
Mar 31, 2021
President Biden proposes a bold $2 trillion infrastructure plan aimed at revamping roads, bridges, and expanding broadband. The plan seeks to tackle issues like climate change and racial inequity but hinges on rolling back corporate tax cuts. As Democrats embrace increased government spending, they face Republican resistance and challenges in Congress. The discussion also highlights Biden's attempts to foster bipartisanship amidst mixed reactions from his party's progressive wing, as the vision for transformative infrastructure unfolds.
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Big Government Embrace
- The Democratic Party is embracing big government and big government ideas.
- President Biden's infrastructure plan and the recent stimulus package reflect this shift.
Broader Infrastructure Goals
- Biden's infrastructure plan addresses more than traditional infrastructure.
- It aims to tackle climate change and racial inequity through targeted investments.
Electric Vehicle Focus
- Biden's plan prioritizes electric vehicles, aiming to change American car dependence.
- He proposes tax incentives, government fleet electrification, and charging station expansion.