Trump gave a master class on articulating economic plans after Kamala Harris fails to do so.
On Thursday, an interesting event occurred: Donald Trump eloquently presented Kamala Harris’s economic plan better than Harris herself.
It was almost “weird,” as critics of Trump might say. This situation highlighted the importance of the upcoming presidential elections and the need for Americans to carefully consider who they want in power. Allowing someone like “Comrade Kamala” near the center of power could have serious implications.
Listening to Trump’s detailed economic speech at The Economic Club of New York luncheon, it was clear that Trump had a strong grasp of economic matters. Contrastingly, Harris seems to have left it up to her opponent to explain her plans for running a $28 trillion economy.
This raises questions about whether Harris lacks a plan or simply cannot effectively communicate what her advisers have envisioned.
Most Americans are not deeply involved in economic debates like those in the chattering class or those who attended the event. However, they do understand the impact of inflation on their daily lives. Harris claiming credit for reducing inflation falls flat when basic prices remain high despite a decrease in the inflation rate.
Americans may remember the strong economic growth and low inflation during the Trump administration, driven by pro-growth policies such as lower taxes and regulations. Despite his flaws, Trump is viewed as better for the economy, as polls indicate.
If Trump continues to focus on economic issues, articulates his message well in upcoming debates, he may able to sway more voters and secure a second term as president.
The audience at the event were primarily financiers and professionals who have benefited from a thriving stock market. However, they are aware that outside of Wall Street, the country is facing economic challenges. The slowing job market and high prices for essentials show that urgent action is needed.
In contrast, the Harris campaign has been vague about their plans to address these issues. With leaks and social media posts offering glimpses of their strategies, doubts remain about Harris’s economic expertise.
Some suggest that expecting detailed economic plans from Harris is unreasonable given the circumstances of how she became the nominee. However, Trump’s comprehensive economic proposals contrast sharply with Harris’s ambiguous approach.
Gaslighting on steroids
Although some defend Harris’s lack of clarity on economic matters, Trump’s hour-long economic speech highlighted the stark differences between their approaches. Trump criticized Harris’s proposal to end the Trump tax cuts, which would result in significant tax increases and harm small businesses.
On the other hand, Trump emphasized maintaining his tax policies to stimulate job creation and business growth. He also discussed his plans to lower corporate tax rates and implement tariffs to boost American companies.
While some may question aspects of Trump’s economic nationalism, his vision for the country under a Harris presidency appeared bleak. Trump offered a more concrete plan for economic growth, which many found preferable to Harris’s vague promises.
