Surrounded 20 Boomer Trump Supporters vs 1 GenZ Liberal (ft. Luke Beasley) | Surrounded
Oct 26, 2025
Luke Beasley, a Gen Z liberal political commentator, takes on 20 boomer Trump supporters in a lively debate. He argues that MAGAnomics negatively impacts the economy and claims Trump poses an authoritarian threat to democracy. The discussion ranges from whether Trump supporters truly embody patriotism to the effects of political violence. Luke also proposes that Kamala Harris would have made a better president, sparking hot exchanges over qualifications and policies. Throughout, he emphasizes the importance of civil discourse amid deep divides.
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Tariffs Hurt Domestic Consumers And Jobs
- Luke argues MAGAnomics' tariffs raise costs for U.S. consumers and harm jobs rather than being paid by foreign countries.
- He points to slowing GDP growth and job losses as evidence tariffs are economically incoherent when applied broadly.
Demand-Side vs Trickle-Down Effects
- Luke contrasts demand-side stimulus with trickle-down tax cuts, saying targeted community investment stimulates faster spending and growth.
- He warns Trump's tax cuts for the wealthy plus Medicaid cuts expand debt while hurting the poorest.
Undermining Institutions Threatens Democracy
- Luke frames Trump as an authoritarian threat for undermining elections, court rulings, and media independence.
- He sees pardoning January 6 defendants and threatening media as erosions of democratic norms.