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The Intelligence from The Economist

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The Paradox of Government Growth

This chapter explores the growing size of governments in affluent nations, which now consume around 40% of GDP, yet struggle to deliver effective public services. It examines the impact of rising entitlement spending on essential services, the political complexities of tax policy, and the necessary discussions around fiscal sustainability.

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