Donut Days & the Electorate’s Malaise 06/07/24

The Atlantic contributing writer and happiness guru Arthur Brooks discusses happiness and the upcoming Presidential election; he says, we can all still like each other, even in the face of political polarization. CNBC’s Brian Schwartz reports that former President Trump’s campaign raised $12m at a San Francisco fundraiser, and CNBC’s Steve Liesman reports on May’s jobs report, which came in much hotter than expected. Tesla investor Cathie Wood is backing Elon Musk in his pay deal debate. Plus, Happy Donut Day! Founders of Rise Doughnuts Hugh Mangum and Laura Malone share their sweet small business story to celebrate the day. 

 

Steve Liesman - 2:52

Brian Schwartz - 7:39

Arthur Brooks - 13:42

Hugh Mangum & Laura Malone 29:45

 

In this episode:

Arthur Brooks, @arthurbrooks

Brian Schwartz, @schwartzbCNBC

Steve Liesman, @steveliesman

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Becky Quick,@BeckyQuick

Andrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie