Why Economic Policies Matter, with Dr. Doug Cardell, Economist and Author
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WHAT'S HAPPENING
Dr. Doug Cardell discussed his new book, which critiques socialism and highlights the importance of economic policy, voting, and the dangers of government overreach. The book is available for pre-order and releases January 20th.
WHY IT MATTERS
Distinguishing between socialism, social democracy, and capitalism is crucial for informed policy decisions. Misunderstanding these systems can lead to ineffective governance, economic decline, or loss of freedoms and innovation.
Whys (7)
Doug Cardell says religion matters: "We all have to believe in something bigger than ourselves... that's part of what keeps us from being selfish."
Does RELIGION matter to you?
Doug Cardell says music matters: "Music is one of the things that bring us joy... Paul McCartney has made more people happy than any US President."
Does MUSIC matter to you?
Doug Cardell says mind matters: "Absolutely matters."
Does MIND matter to you?
Doug Cardell says weightlifting matters: "I want my body to be strong... that's the only way I can help somebody else."
Does WEIGHTLIFTING matter to you?
Doug Cardell says socialism matters "as a threat... if it should happen here, do we want the country to fail? So, yeah, it matters."
Does SOCIALISM matter to you?
Doug Cardell says economic policy matters: "Economic policy is basically life policy... how could anything matter much more."
Does ECONOMIC POLICY matter to you?
Doug Cardell says voting matters: "12.5% of the people in New York elected a socialist mayor. That's sad... Voting matters."
Does VOTING matter to you?