Reagan vs. Trump: the Myth, the Cult, the Reality

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In this episode, Reagan vs. Trump, we explore the anticipated policies of the Trump administration and their parallels to Ronald Reagan's era.

Our guest, Ed Oswald, a legal and tax expert and author, discusses his book 'From Ronald to Donald: How the Myth of Reagan Became the Cult of Trump.' We delve into Reaganomics, the trickle-down theory, GOP strategies, and the potential economic impacts and the reality of Trump's tax cuts and tariffs.

We also touch on the 2021 Capitol attack and its aftermath.

Join us for an insightful discussion on the evolution of U.S. economic and political policies and the influence of Ronald Reagan on Donald Trump's campaign and key policy positions. Oswald says Trump really is the second MAGA president.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction: Comparing Trump to Reagan

00:29 Guest Introduction: Ed Oswald

01:08 Initial Thoughts on Trump's Presidency

02:29 The Myth of Reagan and the Cult of Trump

06:42 Reagan's Economic Policies and Their Impact

16:13 Trump's Economic Policies and Their Consequences

21:18 The Role of Tariffs in the Economy

26:22 Stock Market Reactions and Future Speculations

29:07 Conclusion: Reflecting on Reagan and Trump

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A former journalist and communications consultant, Bob Gatty is the founder and editor of the Lean to the Left blog and host of this podcast, which focuses on progressive politics and the important social issues of our time.

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