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Did Democrats Make Inflation Worse?

Feb 1, 2022
Ben Casselman, an economic and business reporter for The New York Times, dives into the inflation crisis that's gripping the nation, with prices spiking 7%—the fastest jump in four decades. He analyzes how the Democratic Party's policies, including the American Rescue Plan, may have worsened the situation and discusses the implications for the upcoming midterm elections. The interplay between stimulus spending and supply chain issues is explored, raising questions about political accountability amidst this economic turbulence.
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