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Biden, Trump Debate Economic Policies, Prioritize Inflation Reduction

TL/DR - In the first presidential debate, Joe Biden and Donald Trump clashed over their respective economic policies, with a particular focus on inflation reduction. Each candidate presented their plan and strategies to handle the U.S economy amidst the ongoing pandemic. The critical issues in their economic policies revolve around taxation, job…

Granholm Discusses Industrial Strategy in Reno: US Energy Sec

TL/DR - US Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm emphasized the need for a national industrial strategy during a visit to Northern Nevada. She spoke about the Biden Administration's strategy to subsidize and incentivize new US manufacturing, which would stimulate economic activity and secure domestic supply lines. The strategy is centered on clean…

Biden’s Second Term Promise

TL/DR - The article discusses President Biden's accomplishments during his first term, specifically his signing of three landmark pieces of legislation— the bipartisan infrastructure law, the Inflation Reduction Act, and the CHIPS Act— that have led to the creation of 15 million jobs in three years. Research from UMass Amherst's Political Economy…