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Conservative economist Oren Cass warns that Donald Trump could jeopardize his presidency by focusing on donor and activist agendas rather than the priorities of swing voters who secured his victory.

Writing in The New York Times, Cass argues that new presidents often mistake donor interests, such as tax cuts and deregulation, for the will of the electorate, leading to ineffective governance and loss of public trust.

Cass urges Trump to prioritize issues that resonate with the broader American public to avoid a fate that has derailed past presidencies.

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    4 days ago

    Economists also said that Trump would tank the economy. Americans sleep.

    Maybe if dear leader has his interests threatened people will listen.

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      Economists also said that Trump would tank the economy. Americans sleep.

      Not even just “sleeping”, Wallstreet is celebrating his win!

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        Because his tax cuts and numerous policies will facilitate an even greater transfer of wealth to the richest 1%.

        They can commit all crimes harder and simply blame immigrants or the left while they throw shit at the fan.

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        Because like the recession in 08, everyone’s hoping they can buy the dip and sell before everything goes kaboom.