There’s a reason why Bernie keeps mentioning FDR. He realizes that for millions of people today the situation is as dire as what many people were experiencing then. We need a massive infusion of economic opportunity into the life of the average American - and we need it fast.

Mar 1, 2020 · 10:46 PM UTC

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Marianne is either showing her true colors or her ignorance
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A freedom dividend would be a great infusion of economic opportunity for the average American... @AndrewYang #YangGang
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Boomers might’ve seen the 2008 recession as an unfortunate hiccup in their path to retirement but Millenials and GenX essentially entered a full blown depression immediately upon leaving college/grad school and they quite simply cannot recover under the status quo.
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You’re doing a fine job Marianne! I like Bernie’s new style a lot better. He isn’t going to war with anyone any more. He is now advocating for the working people. I see your fingers there...
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To compare today's economic climate to the Great Depression is just nuts.
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FDR excluded ADOS Blacks from the new deal, social security, and the GI Bill. This is no longer a political talking point anyone should use at least regarding the economics of the Black Community. You should read "When Affirmative Action was White" by Ira Katznelson
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FDR was racist. Is that really the look he's aiming for?
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FDR prolonged the great depression with his New Deal and high taxes. That's why he needed a 2nd new deal 6 years later because the first didn't work. Then year later they wanted 3rd new deal. Instead the govt cut taxes and spending the economy finally took off.
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I agree! Let's not fall for labeling instead of understanding. Communism IS NOT Socialism & Socialism IS NOT Social Democracy. The Social Security program was labeled "Communist" when first proposed during the 1930s Depression. Act on economic facts, not on fear mongering.
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