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After America E9: Strongmen, Weak Economies - How Authoritarianism Tanks Economies
Manage episode 436040161 series 3346003
Can democracy deliver the economic stability and growth we need, or do strongman tactics offer a more effective solution? In this episode, we dissect the economic impacts of contrasting political systems, drawing on the U.S. responses to COVID-19 under both Trump and Biden.
We discuss the historical economic performances of authoritarian states like the Soviet Union and modern-day China, while also confronting the grim realities of poverty in a democratic America, and its implications for democracy in the United States. By comparing the resilience of minority communities to the disillusionment among low-income whites, we delve into how social structures and economic policies shape societal well-being and commitment to democracy.
Lastly, we address the broader implications of wealth inequality and financial instability, drawing troubling parallels with ancient Rome. Highlighting the risks of economic crises fueling authoritarianism, we examine today's U.S. context as a potential breeding ground for similar trends. From the dangers of Project 2025 to the essential role of democracy in securing long-term prosperity, this episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned about the future of the American economy and its global impact.
Guests: Drs. James Robinson, Carol Graham, Peter Kramer, Edward Watts, and Monika Nalepa
Credits:
Infados - Kevin MacLeod
Dark Tales: Music by Rahul Bhardwaj from Pixabay
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Majestic Earth - Joystock
Acoustic Folk Instrumental - Hyde
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1. After America E9: Strongmen, Weak Economies - How Authoritarianism Tanks Economies (00:00:00)
2. Economic Implications of Authoritarianism Versus Democracy (00:00:03)
3. Economic Growth in Different Political Systems (00:09:15)
4. Economic Policies and Wealth Inequality (00:24:53)
5. Social Welfare, Economic Inequality, Political Identity (00:33:16)
6. Link Between Economic Crises and Authoritarianism (00:39:19)
7. Government Policy and Well-Being Metrics (00:50:43)
8. Trump's Economic Policy Risks America (00:59:08)
101 episod
Manage episode 436040161 series 3346003
Can democracy deliver the economic stability and growth we need, or do strongman tactics offer a more effective solution? In this episode, we dissect the economic impacts of contrasting political systems, drawing on the U.S. responses to COVID-19 under both Trump and Biden.
We discuss the historical economic performances of authoritarian states like the Soviet Union and modern-day China, while also confronting the grim realities of poverty in a democratic America, and its implications for democracy in the United States. By comparing the resilience of minority communities to the disillusionment among low-income whites, we delve into how social structures and economic policies shape societal well-being and commitment to democracy.
Lastly, we address the broader implications of wealth inequality and financial instability, drawing troubling parallels with ancient Rome. Highlighting the risks of economic crises fueling authoritarianism, we examine today's U.S. context as a potential breeding ground for similar trends. From the dangers of Project 2025 to the essential role of democracy in securing long-term prosperity, this episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned about the future of the American economy and its global impact.
Guests: Drs. James Robinson, Carol Graham, Peter Kramer, Edward Watts, and Monika Nalepa
Credits:
Infados - Kevin MacLeod
Dark Tales: Music by Rahul Bhardwaj from Pixabay
-------------------------
Follow Deep Dive:
Instagram
YouTube
Email: deepdivewithshawn@gmail.com
Music:
Majestic Earth - Joystock
Acoustic Folk Instrumental - Hyde
Bab
1. After America E9: Strongmen, Weak Economies - How Authoritarianism Tanks Economies (00:00:00)
2. Economic Implications of Authoritarianism Versus Democracy (00:00:03)
3. Economic Growth in Different Political Systems (00:09:15)
4. Economic Policies and Wealth Inequality (00:24:53)
5. Social Welfare, Economic Inequality, Political Identity (00:33:16)
6. Link Between Economic Crises and Authoritarianism (00:39:19)
7. Government Policy and Well-Being Metrics (00:50:43)
8. Trump's Economic Policy Risks America (00:59:08)
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