Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Donald Trump and the Last-Ditch Effort of a Dying Empire With Michael Harriot
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Apr 4, 2025 Michael Harriot, a sharp writer and economist who delves into Black culture and politics, joins the discussion to break down Trump's tariff policy. He reveals how these tariffs are creating economic instability and adversely affecting working-class Americans. The conversation also touches on the legal troubles of Young Thug and highlights Cory Booker's notable Senate filibuster against Trump’s administration. Listeners will gain insight into the unexpected consequences of political decisions on everyday lives.
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Rachel Lindsay's Alimony Experience
- Rachel Lindsay discusses her personal experience with alimony and the sacrifices made during her marriage.
- She clarifies that her ex-husband did not move three times for her career, correcting a common misconception.
Restorative Justice and Alimony
- Van Lathan shares his perspective on alimony, acknowledging a shift in his viewpoint due to Rachel's situation.
- He discusses the concept of restorative justice in the context of unequal power dynamics between men and women.
Tariffs as Economic Affirmative Action
- Michael Harriot explains that Trump's tariffs are a last-ditch effort by a dying empire to appeal to its base.
- He argues that these tariffs act as economic affirmative action for working-class white people.