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State of profusion: governments just keep growing

Nov 19, 2021
Colin Williams, a Senior economics writer at The Economist, teams up with Avantika Chilkoti, the publication's international correspondent. They dive into the relentless growth of government spending, highlighting its historical roots and future challenges. MacKenzie Scott's transformative approach to philanthropy is explored, showcasing her generous $8.6 billion donations without restrictions on recipients, starkly contrasting traditional philanthropy. The discussion also touches on the economic challenges faced by Moroccan hoteliers under strict laws against premarital sex.
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