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An economic history of the US c. Gilded Age to today, taking the view that wage growth for the median (non-bachelor's degree holder) stopped c. 1975, leading to a move to pretty far to very far right "rough and tumble capitalism", and the lack of interest in Democratic party by the working class because the Democratic party has been captured by the Brahmin Left, and doesn't advance any serious ideas for the economic progress of the working class.
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This book explores how the American Dream once meant shared prosperity for all. Wages would rise alongside economic growth and a thriving middle class. Over time, it illustrates how manipulated policy shifts, globalization, and weaker worker protections have led to increasing inequality. This has made it harder for many to get ahead, and this effect has only increased with each generation.
The author poses that the American Dream needs a reset. He envisions a future built on inclusivity and sustainability, where education creates real opportunity, workers have a fair shot and economic policies lift the many, not just a few. With the right choices, he believes the U.S. can once again ensure prosperity is shared and the future shines for everyone.
While I share a belief in his ideology, it isn't easy to see this come to fruition in the current political environment. I hope we can course correct, and continue striving to make this ideal a reality.
The author poses that the American Dream needs a reset. He envisions a future built on inclusivity and sustainability, where education creates real opportunity, workers have a fair shot and economic policies lift the many, not just a few. With the right choices, he believes the U.S. can once again ensure prosperity is shared and the future shines for everyone.
While I share a belief in his ideology, it isn't easy to see this come to fruition in the current political environment. I hope we can course correct, and continue striving to make this ideal a reality.
For all the laudatory sentiments expressed towards this book by conservative accounts on X, it is quite unremarkable. Leonhardt is essentially a progressive engaging in the most timid critiques of migration policy and neoliberalism, couching them in the sauce of praise for diversity and center-left governance.
If you happen to be a Blue Dog Dem looking for inspiration to win elections, the text may be somewhat useful. Alternatively, insecure MAGA types desperate for validation from soy liberals should take a look. Everyone else would be better off reading Hedrick Smith's "Who Stole The American Dream?"
If you happen to be a Blue Dog Dem looking for inspiration to win elections, the text may be somewhat useful. Alternatively, insecure MAGA types desperate for validation from soy liberals should take a look. Everyone else would be better off reading Hedrick Smith's "Who Stole The American Dream?"
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