The Bulwark Podcast S2 Ep1058: Matt Yglesias: Elon's Smash and Grab
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Jun 5, 2025 
Matt Yglesias, a columnist for Bloomberg and the voice behind Slow Boring on Substack, joins Tim Miller for a riveting chat. They dissect the fallout from Elon Musk's antics, notably the misadventures with Dogecoin and how cuts in spending are affecting the vulnerable. The discussion takes a sharp turn towards how Democrats can strategize to thrive in traditionally conservative states and tackle cultural warfare while maintaining a focus on the everyday challenges of the working class.
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DOGE Cuts Harm Global Poor
- Elon Musk's government efficiency project (DOGE) failed to deliver major savings and caused harm, mainly abroad.
- Cutting spending disproportionately affected global poor and scientific research without eliminating significant waste.
Trump's Bill Hurts Poor, Helps Rich
- Trump's reconciliation bill will enlarge the deficit and cause millions to lose health coverage.
- It hampers renewable energy while giving tax cuts mostly to wealthy salaried individuals.
Differentiate Senate Candidates Locally
- Democratic Senate candidates in red states should strongly differentiate from the national party on one or two cultural issues.
- Pick issues relatable to local voters to create a unique, authentic identity, rather than just generic conservatism.