On Wealth and Progress

Todd

Balanced commentary on economics, politics and current events for a better future

  1. 17 авг.

    Yes, we have no free burritos today!

    Why does a simple burrito cost $20 now? See how rising affordability issues are forcing young Republicans to rethink economic policies. A Turning Point USA spokesperson recently highlighted a student's viral frustration over the price of lunch. This video examines the conversation surrounding this specific incident and why the rising burrito cost has become a flashpoint for economic anxiety among students. We break down the real-world impact of current market conditions on daily essentials. This discussion explores why some young Republicans are suddenly open to discussing socialist ideas as a potential reaction to these affordability issues. By looking at the No Free Burritos Today newsletter, we analyze how these student concerns are shaping political discourse and policy debates on campuses across the country. We address the core question of whether economic policies are failing the next generation. Subscribe for weekly economic breakdowns, and comment below on how inflation has impacted your daily spending habits. 🔗 Learn more at https://toddsheetswriter.com Subscribe to Todd's Substack: https://substack.com/@toddsheets   📖 Get the book 2008: What Really Happened: https://www.amazon.com/2008-Really-Happened-Todd-Sheets/dp/1641773936  🎧 Podcast: Search “Todd Sheets – On Wealth and Progress” on your favorite platform  👉 Subscribe for more deep dives on history, economy, geopolitics, and American resilience.

    Yes, we have no free burritos today!
  2. 4 авг.

    “Vance & Newsom - Two wrongs don’t make a right, but they can make bad policy!

    🔗 Learn more at https://toddsheetswriter.com Subscribe to Todd's Substack: https://substack.com/@toddsheets   📖 Get the book 2008: What Really Happened: https://www.amazon.com/2008-Really-Happened-Todd-Sheets/dp/1641773936  🎧 Podcast: Search “Todd Sheets – On Wealth and Progress” on your favorite platform  👉 Subscribe for more deep dives on history, economy, geopolitics, and American resilience. Ben Shapiro analyzes JD Vance economic policy, questioning whether his approach aligns with traditional free market capitalism. This breakdown examines the tension between populist economic strategies and standard conservative principles. The video highlights how JD Vance views the impact of offshoring on American manufacturing jobs and why Ben Shapiro argues these positions contradict established free market theory. This analysis is designed for viewers interested in the ideological rift currently occurring within the American conservative movement regarding trade and industrial policy. By comparing these viewpoints, you will gain a clearer understanding of the debate over government intervention in the economy versus laissez-faire principles. We look specifically at the arguments regarding the decline of domestic production and the role of global trade in shaping national prosperity. Whether you support a more protectionist stance or believe in unfettered markets, this discussion clarifies the core disagreement. Subscribe for weekly political commentary and economic breakdowns, and comment below on whether you believe free market capitalism needs adjustment to protect domestic industries.

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Balanced commentary on economics, politics and current events for a better future