Ignore Sideshows: Rigged Economy the Biggest Issue
A "Must Read" true view of why we are in this terrible economic situation, and good measures needed to save not only us, but our democracy. 3/19/25, 9:31 AM San Diego Union Tribune Ignore sideshows: Rigged economy the biggest issue BY JOSH D. SHAPIRO Americans are being played. The traditional left-right framework has become obsolete, not because ideological differences vanished, but because both parties now operate within an economic system rigged to protect capital over people. The true fracture splitting America is vertical: a battle between those hoarding power at the top and everyone else being pushed downward. If we fail to recognize this up-down reality — and act — the consequences will redefine American life for generations. For decades, politicians, media outlets and corporate interests have kept us locked in an ideological battle over social issues, identity politics and partisan tribalism. Meanwhile, the wealth gap has exploded, cor...