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‘Rich Men From North of Richmond’ Sparks GOP Debate on Bidenomics and Economy

Oliver Anthony’s chart-topping song “Rich Men From North of Richmond” sparked a discussion about “Bidenomics” among the GOP’s 2024 presidential hopefuls during their first primary debate.
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‘Rich Men From North of Richmond’ Sparks GOP Debate on Bidenomics and Economy
Republican presidential candidates (left-right), former Vice President Mike Pence and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis participate in the first debate of the GOP primary season hosted by FOX News at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wis., on Aug. 23, 2023. Win McNamee/Getty Images
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A comment about Oliver Anthony’s chart-topping song “Rich Men From North of Richmond” from moderator Bret Baier, and another question about why the recording is “striking a nerve in this country,” sparked a discussion about “Bidenomics” among participants of the Republican presidential primary debate.

Fox News host Mr. Baier first directed the question to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

Jeff Louderback
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Jeff Louderback covers news and features on the White House and executive agencies for The Epoch Times. He also reports on Senate and House elections. A professional journalist since 1990, Jeff has a versatile background that includes covering news and politics, business, professional and college sports, and lifestyle topics for regional and national media outlets.
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