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Freakonomics

If Books Could Kill

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The Absurd Economics of Campaign Spending and Taxation

This chapter critiques the disproportionate spending in campaign finance by likening it to the triviality of chewing gum expenses. It highlights the moral implications of these financial practices and unpacks a historical shift in tax deductions affecting millions of children, challenging the narrative on tax dishonesty.

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