The Young Turks Cuomo Crashes Out - August 7, 2025
Aug 8, 2025
The chaos of rising U.S. tariffs sparks debates on consumer impacts and political promises versus real economic struggles. As Trump eyes the NYC mayoral race, unexpected alliances emerge, raising questions about strategy in a progressive city. The ethics of political fundraising come under scrutiny, particularly regarding Mothership Strategies and its misleading tactics. Burning cars and political silence highlight troubling disparities in media responses to violence. Amidst it all, wellness advocacy and corporate interests intertwine, complicating the political landscape.
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Tariffs as a Regressive Tax
- Trump's tariffs are a regressive tax heavily burdening average Americans.
- They raise prices and primarily benefit the wealthy via tax cuts, worsening economic inequality.
Tariffs Lead to Stagflation
- Trump's tariffs are likely to cause stagflation with rising unemployment and inflation.
- This economic disaster is imminent as companies reduce hiring amid rising costs.
Trump-Cuomo Alliance Exposed
- Trump and Andrew Cuomo, once political foes, may be secretly coordinating in New York mayoral race.
- Their common donor interests override public conflicts, showing establishment politics unity.