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"This Won't Last" with Keith Rabois, Kevin Ryan, Logan Bartlett, and Zach Weinberg

CHAPTER

Navigating Federal Deficits and Social Programs

This chapter addresses the complexities of the U.S. federal deficit, focusing on the sustainability challenges posed by Medicare and Social Security. The discussion highlights the need for financial adjustments and contrasts the U.S. tax revenue system with those of European countries, underscoring the implications of budget deficits. It also explores the impact of inflation and government borrowing on various socio-economic groups, raising concerns about the broader effects on pensions and healthcare as demographics shift.

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