The promotion of trickle-down economics, tax cuts, and privatization policies associated with figures like Reagan and Thatcher.
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The promotion of trickle-down economics, tax cuts, and privatization policies associated with figures like Reagan and Thatcher.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Discussion of the problems of modern capitalism stemming from the policies of Thatcher and Reagan.1 source
- Political figures, including Trump, Thatcher, and Reagan, are linked to monetarism ideology and its application in policy.Sub-event
- Deregulation lifted capital controls in the City of London in 1979.Sub-event
- New Labour is reported to have delivered a neoliberal model underpinning economies.Sub-event
- Margaret Thatcher's legacy is being discussed in the context of how her policies exposed the UK to tough market forces, specifically concerning Guernsey.Sub-event
- Ronald Reagan's actions provided corporate interests a green light.Sub-event
- The Media Research Center collected archives detailing media views of Margaret Thatcher's policies.Sub-event
- Andy Burnham used his role as Greater Manchester mayor to critique trickle-down economics and challenge opposition leadership.Sub-event
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Discussion of trickle-down economics and deregulation policies promoted by Reagan and Thatcher.1 source
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Margaret Thatcher
British stateswoman and prime minister (1925–2013)
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Ronald Reagan
president of the United States from 1981 to 1989 and actor (1911-2004)
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