Elizabeth Warren: The Election Day Convo Everyone Needs
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Why should voters consider Kamala Harris and Tim Walz for their economic policies?
Kamala Harris and Tim Walz focus on policies that benefit everyday Americans, addressing issues like housing, childcare, and healthcare, which directly impact personal economies. Their plans aim to lower costs and increase access to essential services, unlike Trump's policies that primarily benefit billionaires.
Why are housing costs so high in the U.S. and what does Kamala Harris plan to do about it?
Housing costs are high due to a shortage of housing units and the involvement of Wall Street investors buying up properties for rental purposes. Kamala Harris plans to combat this by limiting private equity involvement, enforcing anti-price-fixing laws, and building three million new housing units to increase supply and lower costs.
How does Kamala Harris plan to address the childcare and family leave crisis in the U.S.?
Kamala Harris proposes investing in childcare and paid family leave as essential infrastructure, similar to roads and bridges. She aims to make these services more accessible and affordable by increasing government investment and ensuring that these initiatives are fully funded through equitable taxation.
What is at stake for healthcare in the U.S. under a Trump administration versus a Harris administration?
Under Trump, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is at risk of being repealed, which would eliminate protections for pre-existing conditions and raise healthcare costs. Harris supports maintaining and expanding the ACA, including negotiating lower prescription drug prices and ensuring that everyone has access to affordable healthcare.
Why are food prices increasing, and what does Kamala Harris plan to do about price gouging?
Food prices are increasing due to corporate greed seizing the opportunity presented by supply chain issues during the pandemic. Kamala Harris plans to combat price gouging by enforcing federal laws that prevent corporations from excessively raising prices beyond what is necessary to cover increased costs.
- Wall Street investors are buying up single-family homes, driving up prices and reducing availability.
- Kamala Harris plans to build 3 million new housing units and regulate private equity firms to lower housing costs.
- The housing market is being manipulated by price-fixing practices, which Harris aims to combat.
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