The Brett Cooper Show 50-Year Mortgages Aren’t the American Dream | Episode 92
Nov 12, 2025
The discussion opens with the economic struggles facing young Americans and critiques of NYC politics. Brett tackles the implications of 50-year mortgages, highlighting how they may trap buyers in long-term debt. Rising costs and delayed homeownership are laid bare as generational burdens, with many young voters feeling left behind. There's a call for genuine criticism within conservative circles and a spotlight on local affordability efforts that resonate with youth. The emphasis is on the need for authentic economic solutions to restore the American dream.
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Affordability Trumps Ideology
- Zoran Mamdani won NYC by promising affordability and speaking like a local.
- Brett Cooper links his win to the same economic grievances that helped Trump succeed.
Short Relief Risks Long-Term Pain
- 50-year mortgages and stimulus checks give short-term relief but risk long-term inflation and debt.
- Cooper argues these measures benefit banks and postpone solving root causes of unaffordability.
Demand Real Ownership Solutions
- Reject policies that extend debt without reducing prices or rates.
- Demand solutions that deliver real ownership and long-term financial freedom.