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Can you take government spending out of GDP?

The Indicator from Planet Money

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This chapter discusses a critique from the Commerce Secretary about including government spending in GDP calculations. It explores the implications of potentially removing such expenditures and sets the stage for a broader examination of GDP's definition and ongoing debates regarding its relevance.

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