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639. “This Country Kicks My Ass All the Time”

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Decoding Policy Impacts and Economic Challenges

This chapter explores a controversial bill linked to Donald Trump that unites Democrats in opposition due to its harmful provisions affecting healthcare and food assistance. It investigates the complexities of the national deficit, tax policies, and the urgent need for reforms to support low-income families, particularly through an enhanced child tax credit. The discussion also critiques proposed initiatives like baby bonds and public land sales, advocating for equitable solutions to housing affordability and economic disparity.

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