The Big Short's Eisman Says China Isn't Backing Down on Trade

The video discusses the potential for President Trump to be reelected if the US economy remains strong and the Democrats adopt a far-left platform. It highlights the current uncertainty in polling without a Democratic candidate to compare against Trump. Additionally, it explores the possibility of a US-China trade deal, noting that China is unlikely to back down, and Trump may need to concede to reach an agreement.

What factor is mentioned as potentially influencing President Trump's chance of being a two-term president?

• A far-left Democratic platform

• A deal with China

• A recession in the US

• A strong Democratic candidate

Why is polling considered almost meaningless at this stage of the presidential race?

• Because the economy is strong

• Because there is no Democratic candidate to compare with Trump

• Because the election is too far away

• Because Trump has already won

What is the only action mentioned that the president can take to reverse a manufacturing recession?

• Increase domestic production

• Cut taxes

• Make a deal with China

• Invest in technology

What is the main challenge in negotiating a deal with China according to the transcript?

• Political opposition in the US

• China's unwillingness to back down

• Lack of support from US allies

• High tariffs on Chinese goods

What is the speaker's impression of China's stance in the trade negotiations?

• China is eager to make a deal

• China is willing to compromise

• China is not backing down on anything

• China is waiting for the US elections