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Inflammatory and divisive language used in politics. The podcast discusses how it leads to hate, extremism, and an inability to find common ground, with blame attributed to an 'attention economy'.
A document conferring permanent residency in the US. Trump proposes a new policy to automatically grant a green card to any foreign student who graduates from a US college.
A proposed policy to prohibit members of Congress from trading individual stocks to prevent potential conflicts of interest, which Ro Khanna strongly supports.
NYC politician who implemented a ban on generative AI in schools.
A political tactic of freezing government funding, which Fetterman vehemently opposes.
An economic philosophy focused on prioritizing domestic job creation, manufacturing, and national economic interests, often through industrial policy. Both Ro Khanna and Donald Trump are associated with the concept, though with different approaches.
The broader technology sector that experiences massive investment cycles, innovations, and subsequent bubbles.
The degradation and decline of major cities, including Los Angeles, Portland, and Chicago, characterized by issues like homelessness, crime, and a lack of public order.
A core tenet of Rick Caruso's business philosophy, which he contrasts with the lack of care and urgency in public administration. This philosophy is credited for the success of his developments.
The national government body criticized for immense waste and allowing entitlement fraud.