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GoodFellows: Conversations from the Hoover Institution

Unburdened By What Has Been | GoodFellows: John H. Cochrane, Niall Ferguson, H.R. McMaster, and Bill Whalen | Hoover Institution

Jul 25, 2024
Hoover senior fellows Niall Ferguson, John Cochrane, and H.R. McMaster discuss Trump's close call with assassination, Biden's sudden exit from the race, and Harris emerging as a potential Democratic nominee. They explore the impact on party strategies and Trump's influence on the GOP, analyzing J.D. Vance's political prospects and cautioning on Biden's term pitfalls. Speculations include Biden's future actions, potential shocks before the election, and readiness for unforeseen events.
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Quick takeaways

  • Biden's presidency faces challenges from narrow margins and policy mistakes affecting popularity.
  • Forecasts uncertainty with potential shocks including political volatility, economic shifts, and geopolitical events.

Deep dives

Biden's Presidency Challenges

Biden's presidency faced challenges due to narrow margins in Congress and early policy mistakes that affected his popularity. Despite positive economic indicators, like low unemployment rates, the public remains critical, highlighting inflation concerns and controversial policy decisions.

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