626. Ten Myths About the U.S. Tax System
Freakonomics Radio
Navigating National Debt and Social Security Challenges
This chapter explores the complexities surrounding the rise in national debt due to federal spending habits and political pressures. It highlights the urgent need for fiscal reforms, particularly around Social Security and Medicare, which are projected to generate substantial cash deficits. The discussion emphasizes the challenges of motivating politicians and voters to make necessary but politically risky fiscal decisions.
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