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Ep. 193 - Reviving New York Through Free Markets & Growth w/Caroline Shinkle

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Can New York reclaim its position as the world's premier center of opportunity and economic growth?

On this episode of the Washington Signal Lunch Hour Podcast, host Andrew Langer sits down with Caroline Shinkle, Republican candidate for New York's 12th Congressional District. A graduate of MIT and Harvard Law School, Shinkle previously worked at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, bringing a unique blend of legal, economic, and financial expertise to the conversation.

Shinkle discusses her vision for New York City, arguing that economic empowerment, fiscal responsibility, and pro-growth policies can restore opportunity while strengthening America's financial capital.

The conversation covers:

  • Reviving New York through free-market economic policies
  • Balancing the federal budget and addressing the national debt
  • AI, innovation, and the future of government
  • America's role in global energy and foreign policy
  • The challenges facing New York City and its future

Throughout the discussion, Shinkle shares how her background in economics, law, and finance has shaped her views on public policy, while emphasizing the importance of individual opportunity, entrepreneurship, and long-term economic growth.

00:00 — Intro + Meet Caroline Shinkle
01:03 — Why she's running for Congress
03:17 — Economic empowerment and free markets
10:13 — Balancing the budget and lowering taxes
13:07 — Is New York better off today?
18:52 — Lessons from New York's past
25:16 — AI and the future of government
32:01 — Energy policy and America's global role
37:21 — Life outside politics
39:55 — Campaign, website, and closing thoughts

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