

It's the inflation, stupid w/ James Meadway
19 snips Nov 10, 2024
James Meadway, an economist and host of the Macrodose podcast, dives into the economic factors behind Donald Trump's election victory. He highlights how conventional economics contributed to Kamala Harris's defeat and explores why young white men rallied behind Trump. The discussion also addresses the Democrats' handling of inflation and responses to geopolitical crises, revealing a disconnect with voters. Meadway critiques the structural failures of political parties tied to neoliberal capitalism and emphasizes the need for the left to confront economic disenfranchisement among young men.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Inflation's Political Ripple Effect
01:53 • 23min
Political Turbulence and Voter Disconnect
25:09 • 6min
Structural Failures of Political Parties
30:41 • 3min
Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and the Climate Crisis
33:33 • 5min
Understanding the Shift: Young Men's Support for Right-Wing Politics
38:05 • 6min