Consider This from NPR $4 Trillion: How The Biden Administration's Legislative Successes Became Reality
Aug 19, 2022
In this enlightening discussion, journalist Michael Grunwald, author of "The New New Deal," dives into the Biden administration's remarkable legislative wins despite a slim Senate majority. He highlights the significance of the $4 trillion in transformative legislation, including the American Rescue Plan and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Grunwald critiques the media's fleeting focus on political drama, stressing the importance of understanding the lasting impacts of these pivotal laws. His insights reveal a deeper narrative about bipartisan negotiations and the future of American policy.
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Biden's Legislative Record
- Biden's legislative history includes the 1986 climate change bill and the 1994 Violence Against Women Act.
- He also co-authored the 1994 crime bill and negotiated an assault weapons ban.
Biden's Success Despite the Odds
- Despite a narrow Democratic majority and increasing political polarization, Biden has achieved significant legislative success.
- Three major legislative packages totaling around $4 trillion have been signed into law.
Biden's Key Legislative Packages
- The American Rescue Plan, passed without Republican votes, provided nearly $2 trillion for pandemic relief and economic stimulus.
- Subsequent infrastructure and Inflation Reduction Acts further invested in various sectors, totaling about $4 trillion.
