Stock Market vs Economic Reality: Dinner to Save America

​Does the stock market accurately reflect the health of the real economy?

1. ​What exactly is the stock market measuring — and is it still a useful indicator for national economic well-being?
   (Is it about future earnings, investor confidence, or something else entirely?)

2. ​Can a market be healthy while many people are struggling — or is that a sign of structural disconnect?
   (Does a rising market always mean progress, or can it mask deeper issues?)

3. ​Should policymakers pay attention to the market — or focus more on indicators like wages, employment, and cost of living?
   (What should guide public decisions in a post-industrial economy?)