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How the anti-tax movement went from fringe to mainstream

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The Anti-Tax Movement and Economic Policy

Analyzing the rise of the anti-tax movement, the chapter critiques the belief that tax cuts inevitably boost revenue, contrasting theory with historical evidence like deficits under Reagan. Delving into supply-side economics, the conversation explores the influence of figures like Grover Norquist and the modern Republican Party's alignment with anti-tax sentiment, highlighting the economic complexities and lack of clear solutions.

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