Why we’re all populists now

In this discussion, Jeff Stein, a White House economics reporter for The Washington Post, unpacks the rising wave of economic populism impacting both major political parties. He highlights how candidates like Trump and Harris are distancing themselves from Biden's economic policies. The conversation dives into the frustrations of the working class, revealing how these sentiments are reshaping party platforms. Stein also traces the historical roots of economic populism in the Democratic Party, detailing its evolution from the New Deal to current challenges.