Glickman: Rural America Voted Overwhelmingly for Trump

The transcript discusses the 2016 U.S. election, highlighting the rural-urban divide and its impact on the results. It examines economic policies, comparing Trump's approach to Reagan's, and analyzes market reactions post-election. The discussion also covers market volatility, policy implications, and draws parallels between Brexit and Trump's election, focusing on working-class anxiety due to globalization and technology.

What was one of the major challenges faced by Secretary Clinton in the election?

• Winning the urban vote

• Bridging the rural-urban divide

• Gaining support from young voters

• Securing the Hispanic vote

What economic policy is compared to the current situation following Trump's election?

• Supply-Side Economics

• The New Deal

• The Laffer Curve

• Keynesian Economics

How did the markets initially react to Trump's election?

• Treasurys declined and stock markets rallied

• Treasurys rallied and stock markets declined

• Both Treasurys and stock markets rallied

• Both Treasurys and stock markets declined

What is a common factor between Brexit and Trump's election?

• Emphasis on technological advancement

• Focus on environmental policies

• Anxiety of the working class

• Support from young voters

What is a potential challenge for Trump in addressing the concerns of the working class?

• Limited executive powers

• Lack of support from Congress

• Separation of powers in the government

• Opposition from the Supreme Court