The NPR Politics Podcast Weekly Roundup: December 17th
Dec 17, 2021
In a compelling discussion, Alina Selyukh, NPR's business correspondent on employment and labor, highlights the legislative hurdles facing President Biden's $2 trillion social spending plan. She dives into the surge in labor movements across the U.S., driven by essential workers seeking better pay and conditions amid rising costs. The conversation also sheds light on pandemic-induced wage increases and the implications for minimum wage debates, showcasing a pivotal moment in workers' rights.
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Build Back Better Delay
- President Biden admitted that his Build Back Better plan won't pass before Christmas.
- Senator Joe Manchin is a key holdout, causing delays and uncertainty.
Manchin's Shifting Demands
- Senator Joe Manchin's demands keep changing, making negotiations difficult.
- The current sticking point seems to be the child tax credit's future.
Manchin's Good Faith
- Some Democrats question whether Joe Manchin is negotiating in good faith.
- Manchin's shifting demands fuel skepticism about his true intentions.