Very Serious with Josh Barro Worthwhile Canadian Invective
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Mar 6, 2025 Megan McArdle, a columnist at The Washington Post, and Ben Dreyfuss, writer of the Substack newsletter "Calm Down," join the discussion on Donald Trump's recent address to Congress. They dissect his avoidance of crucial issues like inflation and his controversial tariffs. Megan shares her disdain for a particular moment involving RFK Jr., while Ben notes a noticeable change in Trump's political vibes. They also explore the tensions between U.S. and Canadian leaders and the dynamics of political discourse, highlighting the challenges of navigating public protest.
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Trump's Lengthy Address
- Donald Trump's address was unusually long, exceeding even his previous lengthy speeches.
- He started by focusing on his electoral victory, a departure from typical State of the Union addresses.
Unconvincing Inflation Plan
- Trump's focus on inflation lacked a convincing plan, listing minor spending cuts.
- His approach wasn't compelling and may not address the core issue.
Foreign Spending and Inflation
- Spending money abroad doesn't cause domestic inflation; it removes money from the domestic economy.
- Trump's criticism of foreign aid programs, like circumcisions in Mozambique, is both bad policy and unhelpful for inflation.