Weekly Roundup: November 5th
The NPR Politics Podcast
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Navigating Biden's Build Back Better Bill
This chapter examines Biden's ambitious social spending package, Build Back Better, which allocates up to $1.75 trillion for crucial initiatives like climate action and child tax credits. It highlights the complexities and controversies surrounding the legislation as it shifts from the House to the Senate, including potential omissions and the uncertainty of budget assessments. The discussion underscores the challenges faced by the Biden administration in uniting a diverse coalition while addressing pressing economic and social issues exacerbated by the pandemic.
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