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Covid and economic stimulus

How might the Biden administration鈥檚 policies redefine America鈥檚 economy and its place in the world?

Prior to Covid, the US economy had been declining compared with other countries, and the pandemic itself highlighted existing weaknesses. Now America鈥檚 economy is surging, powered by President Joe Biden鈥檚 massive financial stimulus plan. International economist Jim O鈥橬eill hears from economists who argue that new fiscal policies could support a transformational moment for America鈥檚 economy - and from others who warn that dangerous inflationary pressures are being stoked.

(Photo: President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the state of his American Rescue Plan from the State Dining Room at the White House, Washington, D.C. Credit: Jonathan Ernst/Reuters)

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