Martin Wolf on the Coming Fall of the U.S. Economy
The Good Fight
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Disparities in the U.S. Safety Net and Its Impact on Income Inequality
This chapter examines the differences in safety net provisions for the elderly versus the non-retired population in the U.S. It highlights the benefits of welfare programs for low-income individuals and addresses the frustrations of the working and middle classes, while also clarifying misconceptions about Medicaid and political attitudes toward budget cuts.
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