Today, Explained This is the future Joe Biden wants
Sep 15, 2020
Dylan Matthews, host of Vox's Future Perfect podcast, dives into Joe Biden's ambitious 'Build Back Better' agenda, which aims to reshape the American economy through trillions in investments. They discuss strategies for job creation in clean energy, caregiving, and manufacturing while addressing the racial wealth gap. Matthews highlights Biden's challenges in a divided Congress, drawing parallels to past legislative battles. The conversation reveals the balancing act of pushing progressive policies and fostering bipartisan cooperation amidst political tensions.
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Four-Pronged Agenda
- Joe Biden's "Build Back Better" plan is a four-pronged policy agenda.
- It focuses on clean energy, caregiving, American manufacturing, and racial equity.
Clean Energy Investment
- Biden's clean energy plan involves a $2 trillion investment, shifting from penalizing polluters to incentivizing green solutions.
- This "carrot" approach funds electric vehicles, solar power, and grid improvements.
Caregiving Plan
- Biden's caregiving plan includes universal pre-K and childcare subsidies.
- It aims to cap childcare expenses at 7% of a family's income.