To the Point
Stimulating the Economy, Now and in the Future
Bill Clinton declared the Era of Big Government "over." Well, it's back, with a stimulus package big enough to start re-shaping the economy. We look at the possible impacts now and in the long term. What will it mean for free trade and the global economy? Also, a bumpy road ahead for Obama cabinet picks, and the Iraqi elections and US troop withdrawals.
By Warren Olney • • 1h 0m ListenBill Clinton declared the Era of Big Government "over." Well, it's back, with a stimulus package big enough to start re-shaping the economy. We look at the possible impacts now and in the long term. What will it mean for free trade and the global economy? Also, a bumpy road ahead for Obama cabinet picks, and Iraq's elections were peaceful. Does that mean US troops can leave sooner than currently scheduled?
Banner image: Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) speaks about the stimulus package. Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images
