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20VC: Larry Summers on How to Manage Inflation; Should We Increase Rates Even Higher, Why We Need To Change The US Tax System, Why Europe is a Museum, China is a Jail and Bitcoin is an Experiment & How a Trump Win Would Hurt the US Economy
Jun 12, 2023
Larry Summers, former Treasury Secretary and top economist, shares his insights on crucial economic issues. He discusses how his upbringing influenced his understandings of economics, and why he believes the U.S. needs new tax reforms. Summers describes Europe as a museum and China as a jail, forecasting difficulties ahead for both. He argues for efficiently taxing billionaires and expresses concerns about inflation management without harming vulnerable communities. His thoughts on Bitcoin as an experiment add a contemporary twist to the conversation.
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- Enforcing existing tax laws effectively can address economic challenges and generate substantial revenue by deterring tax evasion.
- Recognizing excess demand and taking timely measures to address rising inflation can avoid economic disruption.
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The Importance of Enforcing Tax Laws
Larry Summers suggests that one of the first steps to address economic challenges is to enforce existing tax laws more effectively. He highlights the significant gap between owed taxes and taxes collected, which could amount to eight trillion dollars over the next decade. By investing in adequate IRS resources and conducting audits, it is possible to deter tax evasion and generate substantial revenue.
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