In a recent podcast episode, Nobel laureate Joseph Stiglitz voiced his apprehension about the potential consequences of a second term for President Donald Trump, asserting it would be detrimental to democracy and social justice.

What Happened: Stiglitz, during his appearance on the “In the City” podcast, expressed his concerns over the misuse of the term ‘freedom’ by the political right, Bloomberg reported on Tuesday. He believes this misuse is diminishing the freedoms of most people.

An economics professor and author of “The Road to Freedom: Economics and the Good Society,” Stiglitz emphasized that freedom should not come at the expense of others. He stressed the need for sensitivity towards how one person’s actions can harm another.

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Stiglitz did not hold back his views on Trump during his conversation with hosts Francine Lacqua, Allegra Stratton, and Bloomberg Opinion columnist Adrian Wooldridge.

“Trump is a con man,” he said.

“For anybody committed to democracy, anybody committed to social justice, a reelection of Trump would be a disaster.”

Why It Matters: Stiglitz’s comments come in the wake of a recent poll showing a 10-point lead for Trump in the 2024 presidential race.

Earlier, Former National Security Adviser John Bolton outlined a series of alarming events that could occur under a second Trump presidency, while former Republican congressman Adam Kinzinger also warned of the potential erosion of American democracy and the global order.

The potential impact of a Trump re-election has been a topic of concern for several experts and public figures. Trump's niece, Mary Trump, a clinical psychologist, has also raised concerns about his cognitive abilities, adding to the growing debate about the potential consequences of a second Trump presidency.

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