The Editorial Board

Wealth Inequality, Democracy, and Public Responsibility

This episode examines the implications of GOP tax proposals on social safety nets, featuring critiques from Chris Murphy about the "billionaire mindset" and its impact on education, Medicaid, and Social Security. Eric breaks down the filibuster's role in shaping legislation and how lobbying by billionaires alters political representation, while Morag draws comparisons between economic disparities in the U.S. and UK. With stories from Connecticut and beyond, we analyze how policy decisions affect everyday lives and voter behavior.