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Trump and Elon Don't Know Who They're Firing - with Max Stier

Factually! with Adam Conover

CHAPTER

Distrust and Accountability in Government

This chapter explores the growing distrust in American governmental institutions fueled by powerful interests portraying government negatively. It emphasizes the need for a civic-minded approach to reform and highlights the consequences of mass layoffs in federal agencies, stressing that these actions do not inherently improve efficiency. The discussion also addresses the broader implications of political maneuvers on the integrity of civil service and the rule of law.

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