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Jul 2022
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Ep. 42: David Eisner: President Joe Bide...

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About this episode
On this week's Global Perspectives, Ellie speaks with Fmr. Assistant Secretary for Management at the Treasury Department David Eisner. They discuss how President Biden's policies have destroyed the American economy causing hyper-inflation and are pushing the US away from being energy independent.
They cover
- The economy under Trump vs. under Biden
- Caving to the far-left on energy policies
- Iran sanctions

On a more personal note, Eisner gives advice on how to remain religious and keep your Jewish identity in the workplace.
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