Oren Kass

Oren Kass, founder and chief economist at American Compass, delves into the economic strategies behind President Trump’s tariffs. He argues that these tariffs aim to recreate a manufacturing renaissance rooted in nostalgia for traditional values. Kass discusses the socio-economic shifts impacting manufacturing jobs and critiques the misguided belief that tariffs can easily reverse deindustrialization. He also explores how businesses harness nostalgia to connect with consumers emotionally while advocating for a modern economic model that fosters growth and mobility.

Join Samira Hussain, a North America business correspondent, as she breaks down the intricacies of the consumer price index and current inflation rates. Data science professor Liberty Vittart discusses long-term wage trends and ongoing affordability struggles in the face of rising costs. Oren Kass, an economist and founder of American Compass, shares insights into energy policy and the disconnect between economic growth and household financial pressure. Together, they unravel why many Americans still feel the pinch despite a seemingly booming economy.