Does an Infrastructure Spending Boom Make Sense?

The video discusses Donald Trump's differing views on federal spending compared to other Republicans, focusing on infrastructure. It questions the effectiveness of infrastructure spending as a macroeconomic stabilizer and suggests alternative policies, such as a transitional jobs program. The discussion also highlights the need for targeted policies in high-unemployment areas like the Rust Belt.

What is Donald Trump's view on federal government spending compared to other Republicans?

What are the potential benefits of a national economic revitalization plan?

What are the concerns regarding the details of Trump's proposed infrastructure plan?

How does the current economic situation affect the argument for infrastructure spending?

What alternative policies could be proposed to stabilize the economy instead of infrastructure spending?

What would an ideal policy look like to target areas with high unemployment?

What are some pressing issues in communities with persistent unemployment?