📰 Why Fetterman is right: The fight against cashless stores defends Main Street and working-class Americans
The article argues that banning cashless-only businesses is essential to protect the working class and ensure economic inclusivity. Senator John Fetterman emphasizes the importance of accepting all forms of legal tender to prevent discrimination against those without access to digital payment methods. The push towards a cashless economy is criticized for widening the wealth gap and excluding certain demographics. The article highlights concerns about privacy and surveillance associated with digital transactions, advocating for the preservation of cash as a means to protect economic freedom. Fetterman’s proposed federal law aims to ensure inclusion and uphold the principle of legal tender for all debts, public and private.
📰 MORNING GLORY: President Trump and the next six months – the second reconciliation
The article discusses President Donald Trump’s campaign promises and achievements related to border security, inflation, and education reform. Trump is portrayed as fulfilling his pledges to close the border and address inflation, while also taking steps towards making American higher education more merit-based. The article highlights Trump’s efforts to stand up for forgotten Americans and challenge elite institutions on issues like diversity initiatives and tax policies. It also touches on Trump’s foreign policy actions, such as dealing with Iran’s nuclear program. The piece concludes by suggesting that Trump could leave a lasting legacy as an education president if he continues to push for school choice and reforms in the education system.
📰 Good economic data is bad news for Trump’s interest rate push
Recent economic data shows strength, with retail sales up 0.6% in June and a solid labor market. Despite stock market highs, America’s fiscal situation poses challenges for President Trump’s economic agenda, particularly in lowering interest rates. The U.S. debt/GDP ratio is concerning, with high debt costs exceeding defense spending. The president aims for lower interest rates to manage debt financing costs, but faces obstacles due to strong economic indicators. Global central banks are reducing their U.S. Treasury holdings, impacting demand and driving up yields and debt costs. The Trump administration is exploring solutions like the GENIUS Act to lower rates, but long-term debt and deficit issues must be addressed for a lasting fix.
📰 Democrats are still lost but one year after Biden’s exit, they’re starting to follow a rival’s roadmap
President Joe Biden surprised the nation by withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race a year ago, leading to hopes of Democratic Party rejuvenation. However, the party has become more divided and uncertain since then. Vice President Kamala Harris emerged as the frontrunner, but the party struggled to unify behind a clear message, with differing views on campaign focus. While Harris’s team emphasized threats to democracy posed by Donald Trump, the super PAC Future Forward advocated for a focus on everyday issues like jobs and living costs. This mixed messaging left voters confused about the party’s core values and Harris’s platform.
Zohran Mamdani’s successful mayoral primary campaign in New York City highlighted the effectiveness of a clear, issue-focused approach similar to Trump’s strategy. Mamdani’s emphasis on bold policies and championing everyday people resonated with voters, contrasting with Harris’s campaign centered on defeating Trump without offering concrete solutions. The article suggests that Democrats should prioritize addressing voters’ concerns, offering real solutions, and engaging directly with diverse audiences, even those traditionally seen as adversaries. Learning from Mamdani’s and Trump’s strategies, the party can enhance its messaging and connect with voters on a more authentic level to regain trust and support.
📰 DAVID MARCUS: Why socialist NYC mayoral candidate’s Uganda trip makes surprising sense
Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic Party nominee for New York City mayor, has faced controversy over his communist past following his surprising primary win. He has been criticized for avoiding questions by traveling to Uganda with his wife under the guise of celebrating their wedding. Some Democrats, including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, have distanced themselves from Mamdani, with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries declining to endorse him until after his Uganda trip. Mamdani’s opponents are using his socialist background to attack him in political ads, while Mamdani himself is seen as a typical young, charismatic, far-left candidate supported by groups like the DSA. Despite the controversy, Mamdani’s rivals in the mayoral race are seen as weak, potentially allowing him to win by avoiding scrutiny and debates.
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