Morning Briefing Plus: My America is back – and is causing the stock markets to tremble
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The author reflects on their fondness for America, inspired by Philipp Poisel's song "Mein Amerika", which evokes a sense of vastness, new beginnings, and freedom. However, the US had become unfamiliar to them, particularly during Donald Trump's presidency. The recent midterm elections saw a "blue wave" sweep the country, with Democrats securing majorities in the House of Representatives and Senate.
The author views this as a victory for democracy and a rebuke to corruption, war, and inflationary policies. Trump has expressed willingness to work with the Democrats, surprising the author.
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