9min chapter

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Al Franken & Justice Allison Riggs

Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast

CHAPTER

Billionaires, Politics, and Economic Promises

This chapter explores the significant influence of billionaires in government decision-making, highlighting concerns over tax cuts favoring the wealthy while jeopardizing social programs for the working class. It critiques the economic claims made by political leaders, particularly Donald Trump, regarding investments and the implications for national debt and deficit. The discussion also humorously addresses the pitfalls of startup ventures, reflecting a broader discontent with the integrity of economic promises and the culture of investment.

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