The Socialist Program with Brian Becker A Billionaire Dictatorship?
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Feb 12, 2025 
Economics guru Richard Wolff joins to discuss Elon Musk's controversial influence on federal policy and the alarming trend of corporate power overreach. He critiques Musk's push against federal workers and agencies, highlighting the potential threats to democracy. The conversation shifts to the growing grassroots resistance and the urgent need for systemic change as people band together against political power grabs. Wolff also warns of a dangerous consolidation of wealth and the implications of economic monopolies for democracy.
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Power Grab
- The executive branch is grabbing power from the legislative and judicial branches.
- This power grab is driven by multiple motivations, including the declining US empire and the desire to maintain control.
Declining Empire
- The declining US empire is causing panic and denial.
- Trump represents a shift from denial to a desperate attempt to reassert US dominance.
Musk's Motivation
- Musk's wealth and ambition drive him to seek greater control.
- He aims to leverage government power for his financial gain.