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Crushing Capitalism How Populist Policies Are Threatening the American Dream

Populist narratives are gaining traction across the political spectrum, claiming that free markets have failed the American middle class. Critics argue that trade, immigration, and technological change have hollowed out manufacturing jobs and created an economy that no longer works for most Americans.


Featuring
Norbert Michel

Vice President and Director, Center for Monetary and Financial Alternatives, Cato Institute

Megan McArdle
Megan McArdle

Columnist, Washington Post

Adam N. Michel

Director of Tax Policy Studies, Cato Institute; Former Deputy Staff Director at the US Congress Joint Economic Committee