A Broken Promise on Taxes
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FedEx and the Tax Cut Paradox
This chapter examines FedEx's financial strategies following a major tax cut, revealing a trend of prioritizing shareholder profits over substantial investments in workforce enhancement. While some positive measures for employees were noted, the data suggests that the financial benefits primarily favored affluent shareholders through dividends and stock buybacks. The discussion raises critical questions about the long-term effects of corporate tax cuts on investments and accountability in political promises amid a growing national deficit.
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