Trump’s Economic Pivot: No Pain, No Gain (For Whom?)
The Trump team’s new economic message, “no pain, no gain,” is a stark shift from previous promises of prosperity and economic growth. It’s a calculated pivot, acknowledging the very real economic hardship many Americans are experiencing, but framing it as a necessary sacrifice for some greater, unspecified good.
This message is not about shared sacrifice or equitable distribution of burdens; rather, it’s a thinly veiled justification for policies that disproportionately benefit the wealthy. The inherent contradiction is glaring: while the average American faces potential job losses, inflation, and increased costs of living, the ultimate goal is to extend massive tax breaks to the wealthy.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood