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The Election And Tariffs At The Supreme Court

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Nov 4, 2025
Lori Wallach, Director of Rethink Trade, shares her expertise on the Supreme Court's upcoming arguments on Trump's tariffs. She emphasizes the constitutional risks of granting unlimited tariff power to the president, arguing it should reside with Congress. The discussion delves into how a ruling could impact Wall Street and the complexities surrounding trade authority. With insights on the timeline and potential court strategies, Lori sheds light on the stakes involved in this pivotal case.
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INSIGHT

Down-Ballot Races Signal National Mood

  • Local and off-year elections signal public sentiment beyond polls and can shift national policy priorities.
  • The 2021 Virginia result forced Democrats to pass the bipartisan infrastructure bill to show responsiveness.
INSIGHT

Explain Inflation With Concrete Middlemen Stories

  • Zohran Mamdani framed affordability by naming specific middlemen that raise costs, resonating with voters.
  • His "halalflation" example connected regulation, middlemen, and price impacts in a vivid, local way.
INSIGHT

Affordability Replaced Culture Wars As Core Issue

  • Cost-of-living politics replaced post-COVID culture wars as the dominant voter issue in 2025.
  • Candidates who explain causes and levers gain trust even if solutions remain uncertain.
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