Shutdown Democrats Died On The Hill Of Higher Taxes

Grover Norquist, president of Americans for Tax Reform and a veteran anti-tax activist, shares insights on the ongoing budget battle and the recent government shutdown. He delves into the origins of the Taxpayer Protection Pledge, explaining its significance and early bipartisan support. Norquist analyzes how internal Democratic dynamics drove the shutdown strategy and critiques lawmakers focused more on media appearances than governance. He also discusses the potential economic impacts of tax reforms, including adjustments to capital gains and housing affordability.