Voodoo Economics of Trump and Harris

The Optimistic American

In this episode of New Frontiers, host Paul Johnson is joined by economist Elliott Pollack, syndicated columnist Bob Robb, and Professor Henry Tompson to dive deep into the economic policies of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. The conversation kicks off with an analysis of Kamala Harris' Democratic Convention speech and spans topics like the housing market crisis, the impact of tariffs, and what to expect from the upcoming Harris vs Trump debate.

Topics Discussed in This Video:

Kamala’s Democratic Convention Speech: The panel discusses Kamala Harris’s recent speech at the Democratic Convention, emphasizing its patriotic tone and how it contrasts with the economic challenges presented in her policies. The speech was noted for its attempt to rally national sentiment but was also viewed as politically strategic rather than a deep philosophical shift.

Economic Policies of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris: A deep dive into the economic approaches of both political figures, examining Harris’s tax proposals and Trump’s ideas for controlling the Federal Reserve. The discussion critiques Harris’s plan to tax unrealized capital gains and Trump’s push to dismantle the Fed’s independence, noting the potential harm these ideas could cause.

Housing Market Crisis: The conversation shifts to the state of the housing market, addressing the causes of the current crisis and exploring potential policy solutions that could alleviate the burden for Americans struggling with homeownership and rising prices.

The Effects of Tariffs: The panel discusses the long-term effects of tariffs imposed during the Trump administration and how they could influence both the American economy and global trade dynamics under future leadership.

Harris vs Trump Debate Predictions: Lastly, as the political landscape heats up, the panelists offer their predictions on the upcoming debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, focusing on their differing communication styles, key issues, and how the debate may sway the crucial independent voters.