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Deny Defend Depose, House's COVID Report, Preemptive Pardons w/ Cenk Uygur | PBD Podcast | Ep. 517

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Unpacking the U.S. Budget: Past and Present

This chapter delves into the complexities of the U.S. government's annual budget, examining revenue sources and major expenditures. It provides a historical perspective on the transition from tariffs to income taxes, highlighting key events that shaped the current taxation system. The discussion also critiques the inefficiencies in government spending, particularly within the Pentagon, advocating for significant budget cuts to improve resource allocation.

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