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It doesn’t say anything about new leadership. A new way indicates a new direction or new path. So why does there need to be a change in direction or path?
Um, you do know what job she's running for, don't you?
Because the guy who is currently leading the nation isn't gonna be doing that any more. Someone else will take over.
Yes.
I’m aware. That’s why I’m asking why the need for a new direction or path. Haven’t you noticed that she has said that she was in the Oval Office for tough decisions? If she was on board for all of those tough decisions, then why do we need a new path or direction? And if she wasn’t on board, why not tell us?
And I've explained that a bunch of times.
There's a difference between being in the driver's seat, and being a passenger. Kamala Harris might have helped with directions, but she hasn't been in the driver's seat.
No, you’ve misdirected. You’ve changed it from a new way to a new leader.
Not with this administration. Biden said she’d be part of every decision and he wouldn’t go forward if they disagreed.
If she is, we will definitely see what kind of train wreck she is.
A new leader means a new way to lead. No two leaders are going to be exactly the same. Leaders are, after all, individuals.
They may very well agree on the directions, but it's still Biden driving the car. When Harris is in charge, she will find her own route.
Now don't go mixing metaphors on me.
And “leader” isn’t mentioned. You are the one who keeps changing it to that.
Why? What is wrong with the current route?
Because that's what the election is about: choosing a new leader. Harris is vying for the job.
Who said anything was wrong with it? The current leader has chosen not to lead any more, a new leader will be elected.
Yeah…it’s great. I can’t believe how much cheaper groceries and gas are. And now my number two can buy a house because interest rates are soooo much lower than a couple of years ago when his brother bought his.
Yes, that’s what elections are for. But that’s not the topic.
There’s nothing about leadership mentioned in “A New Way Forward”. And nothing about her leadership in the platform. So let’s stay on topic.
Yes, a leader will choose the route. The question is, what’s wrong with the route we are on that we need a new one?
You'll be pleased to hear that inflation is even lower as announced in the WSJ today! After the Trump Recession, inflation worldwide was much worse than in the US, so I'm sure you're pleased that Biden did such a great job minimizing it compared to the rest of the world.
The Fed sets interest rates by adjusting the Discount Rate. The Chairman of the Fed was appointed by Donald Trump. Why do you suppose Trump did such a poor job in nominating Powell?
Since you’ve conceded that the Biden-Harris economy is horrible, that should be a clear indication that voting for Harris would be a mistake.
If you scroll up, you'll see I pointed out that it's a great economy. You're trying to change the subject by complaining about interest rates and inflation being in a historically normal range.
I'll agree with that last part.
It’s not a great economy, though. As I pointed out.
It’s clear that you don’t know why the interest rates went up. If it was just because Trump nominated the Chair, then it would be an excellent idea to elect Trump because the Chair would just see about dropping those rates back down.
You've yet to establish that. GDP up, stock market at record highs, inflation down, etc. I went to a number of sold-out concerts in the last month. People across the political spectrum (judging by their apparel) were spending money right and left.
Interest rates went up as a result of a decision by the Fed. The Fed Chairman was appointed by Trump and made that decision in the wake of the Trump Recession and pandemic. I think that's clear enough. I'm just glad Biden/Harris were able to attenuate the negative effects from the Trump administration. I certainly remember the lockdown and the Trump Recession, don't you?
You're saying Trump would order the Fed to drop the rates? Is that how it works?
I'm old enough to remember the last several recessions all being under Republican administrations, and how interest rates have tracked over the decades. A 6% mortgage rate was considered a steal not that long ago. 3% was nice, but since it was a result of the Great Recession under Dubya, it was a bit of a mixed blessing, wouldn't you say? At the time, people were also complaining that bank CDs and Money Market funds weren't paying anything, so interest rates cut both directions, seriously. What do you think the 'correct' rate is for the Discount Rate set by the Fed? What should Powell set it at?
Gas is up. Groceries are up. Rent is up. Interest rates are up. You know, the things that actually affect everyday people.
