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55. The Kamikwaze budget, Iranian protests, and Italian 'post-fascists'

The Rest Is Politics

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Economic Strategies and Political Tensions

This chapter examines recent budget changes introduced by a political leader, focusing on taxation and economic policies. It highlights the implications of lowering tax rates amidst rising national borrowing and critiques the government's departure from past austerity measures, raising concerns over its economic credibility. Additionally, the chapter delves into the internal conflicts within the Conservative Party regarding the sustainability of these policies and their potential impact on the upcoming election.

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