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Sep 12, 01:17

American Opposition's Lackluster Response to Trump's Second Term

Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson's book, "Abundance," analyzes the Democratic Party's weak opposition to Trump's policies, highlighting the failings of progressive politics and the need for a more effective approach.

American Opposition's Lackluster Response to Trump's Second Term

Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson's book, "Abundance," analyzes the Democratic Party's weak opposition to Trump's policies, highlighting the failings of progressive politics and the need for a more effective approach.

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How does the book illustrate the shortcomings of progressive policies using the example of the semiconductor industry subsidy?

The book cites the $39 billion semiconductor subsidy as an example. While aiming to boost domestic production, the accompanying requirements for environmental compliance, diverse hiring practices, and community benefits created significant hurdles for applicants, potentially hindering the very goal of the subsidy.

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Mar 28, 22:10

Build Back Better Funding Process Crippled by 14-Step Application

Jon Stewart reacted with disbelief to Ezra Klein's description of the 14-step process for Build Back Better funding, revealing that only three of 56 applicants had completed the process by late 2024, hindering rural broadband expansion.

Build Back Better Funding Process Crippled by 14-Step Application

Jon Stewart reacted with disbelief to Ezra Klein's description of the 14-step process for Build Back Better funding, revealing that only three of 56 applicants had completed the process by late 2024, hindering rural broadband expansion.

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What were the primary obstacles encountered in the implementation of the Build Back Better initiative, and how did these affect its intended outcome?

Jon Stewart, host of "The Daily Show," expressed outrage at the complexity of the Build Back Better funding process, highlighting a 14-step application procedure that resulted in only 3 of 56 entities receiving funding by the end of 2024. This lengthy process, described by New York Times columnist Ezra Klein, involved multiple stages of applications and approvals, spanning years and hindering the rollout of rural broadband internet.

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