@robertalenrichter

American GDP is higher than that of Europe, but they have medical insurance. And Europeans are healthier and live longer. And many of the countries have much less debt. And levels of personal debt are spectacularly higher in the US. And higher education is free in many European countries. Most of the growth in American GDP has gone to a small percentage of the population. Statistics can be very misleading.

@sherrygaley4675

Ezra — you are a true gift to humanity through the New York Times and in my mind you  should be a model for all NYT reporters in the way you manifest the following: Intellectual curiosity, commitment to growth and learning through an open, critical and rigorous mind, multi- disciplinary and broad-based approach,probing  questions, In depth research, critical and respectful approach to other credible positions, respect for the audience, transparency, honesty and trustworthiness. I so wish they could clone your approach in more corners of journalism and academia.

@mondoenterprises6710

It takes a lifetime to build a good positive stable reputation and 5 minutes to destroy it. --Warren Buffet, paraphrased.

@creativeandaliveat65

Dealing with Trump is like doing business with a mafia boss.  It's smart to stay out of it.  BUT, the most disturbing observation is the ignorance and cruelty of the American electorate.  THAT is the unforgivable aspect of the American betrayal of its international obligations.  Bye-bye, USA.

@jim2376

Republican Congress members to Americans: "Oppose a coming dictatorship? Not gonna do it. I fear Trump. I'm more motivated to preserve my seat in Congress than to preserve democracy."

@susanrosegale6646

The makeup company I worked for last year (moved to a better job since) bought most of their components and ingredients from China.  They made a makeup product NOT out of plastic, but all our labor was  legal immigrants or people needing a manufacturing job due to lack of skills (no insult intended but many people can't afford to go to college)  and all out components (parts to the widget) and ingredients (powers, oils, waxes) came from china.  Now - they have no way to plan unit costs that they mark up to sell a product, not knowing what additional cost will need to be applied due to tariff costs.  Our customers are varied one being direct retail customers but more were large retailers and specialty shops (famous names).  That is a solid example. If they go out of business, 200-400 jobs gone, not to mention our Customers labor force impacted.....so this uncertainty is very real.

@maryellenmaryellenmackall

The tariff plan will evidently lead to high inflation, the high inflation is a significant reason why most retirees have sleepless nights. The increase in prices of everyday items puts them at risk of running out of money. As prices rise, the amount of money retirees can withdraw from their retirement savings also increases

@mydressmemos

So how exactly can we guard against the coming financial reset for 2025? Like what are really the best strategies to make our portfolio recession proof against the incoming financial reset? I'm very worried about my $160k stock portfolio.

@ChrstnaG-c9e

I’m going to say Yes. The sun has set. The problem is that this is hurting the most vulnerable, not millionaires.

@conceptsofplans

America feels like the Titanic—we hit something a while ago, the guardrails of democracy are splintering, and there aren't enough lifeboats for everyone.

@viviancarolgioao

So how exactly can we guard against the coming financial reset Like what are really the best strategies to make our portfolio recession proof against the incoming financial reset? I'm very worried about my $110k stock portfolio.

@BRUCE_the_MOOSE_

Trump should have stuck with his business in selling steaks. Not because he was good at it, but because he is such a meathead

@derekhughes7955

A stunning insightful interview. Rogoff calm assessment needs to be heard and promoted .

@MSBWilson

Reminds me of the old saying "For every complex problem, there's a simple solution that won't work."

@rh9194

Donald Trump speaks of an alternative reality, 
i.e., lies, lies, and lies some more.

@Coral_Forever

I hope Ezra will continue to explore the "dollar dominance" topic with a wide array of guests.

@James-dx8qb

I've watched and read a lot of stuff about this current fiasco, but this particular discussion sheds more light upon this issue than I've witnessed anywhere. Bravo to both the presenter and his guest.

@Rick-Blaine

Tax the wealth not the worker.

@Mr_Miles_45

I appreciate Ezra standing up for Bernie Sanders

@MayWaddington

As  Third World citizen, I find it incredible that the "exhoribtant priviledge" is being spinned as a "service" to the countries which resiurces have been sourced cheaply all over the world...