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2505 - House Passes Billionaire Enhancement Act

The Majority Report with Sam Seder

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Funding Cuts and Social Inequality

This chapter examines the consequences of proposed funding cuts to elite institutions like Harvard, linking them to a potential decline in scientific knowledge. It critiques the populist rhetoric surrounding economic issues, emphasizing the misdirection of anger towards marginalized groups instead of addressing systemic inequality. Additionally, it discusses the legislative changes that impact social safety nets, tax benefits, and immigration enforcement, highlighting the adverse effects on lower-income individuals and federal workers.

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