Gene Sperling

Topics covered include PCE data and US economy, US probe into cybersecurity risks of Chinese vehicles, China's NPC meeting and PMI data analysis, economic trends, US-China trade relations, data security challenges in automotive industry, impact of China's economic slowdown on Southeast Asia and South Korea, and deflation challenges in China

Gene Sperling, former economic advisor to Presidents Clinton and Obama, dives into the pressing issues of economic dignity and essential labor during the pandemic. He discusses the need for laws protecting gig workers and critiques the federal response to COVID-19. Sperling shares insights on the moral obligation to support essential workers and calls for antitrust action against Big Tech, particularly companies like Facebook. His perspective sheds light on the intertwining of health and economic recovery, advocating for inclusive policies that prioritize worker dignity.

Gene Sperling, former Director of the National Economic Council under Presidents Clinton and Obama, shares insights on the alarming rise of unemployment in March and how this recession differs from the 2008 financial crisis. The conversation dives into Zoom's security flaws as it becomes essential for everyday life, raising concerns about privacy. They also discuss the potential slowing of tech regulations during the pandemic and the influence of lobbyists in corporate ethics, emphasizing the urgent need for consumer protection amidst uncertainty.