Washington Blames Wrong People for Affordability Crisis | This Week's Economy Ep. 154

What’s on Americans’ minds? The latest primary election results offered a window into what voters are thinking about. In my home state of Texas, voters sent a clear signal by backing efforts to eliminate property taxes through spending reductions.

Across the country, Americans are asking for the same things: lower taxes, a more affordable future, and a strong economy that creates opportunities. But too often, policymakers try to tax their way out of spending problems or regulate innovation — choices that threaten the very prosperity people are asking for.

That’s why in This Week’s Economy, I’m breaking down how these issues are playing out in policy debates. From tariffs and taxes to government spending and regulation, these decisions directly shape whether American families can afford the future they’re working toward — and policymakers can’t afford to ignore them.

Let’s dive in! Catch the full episode on YouTube, Apple Podcast, or Spotify, and visit vanceginn.com for more info about my work at Ginn Economic Consulting and newsletter with show notes at vanceginn.substack.com.