Just Asking Questions John Cochrane: How Will DOGE 'Disrupt' the Government?
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Feb 6, 2025 Join economist John Cochrane from the Hoover Institution and Stanford as he dives into how Dogecoin could challenge government inefficiencies. He discusses the pressing need for reform in government spending and the potential impact of disruptive technologies like DOGE. Cochrane also reflects on controversial figures like Trump and Musk, assessing their calls for reduced regulation and fiscal responsibility. Can a new approach reshape the political landscape and restore accountability? Tune in for these thought-provoking insights!
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DOGE vs. Monasteries
- John Cochrane likens DOGE's investigation of USAID to Thomas Cromwell's scrutiny of monasteries under Henry VIII.
- Both involved examining financial records to uncover corruption and waste, like excessive beer consumption in monasteries.
Disrespectful Spending
- DOGE's impact is not just about saving money but exposing wasteful spending that disrespects taxpayers.
- Even small, symbolic amounts wasted on things like DEI programs in Serbia matter.
Harmful Spending
- Government spending is not just disrespectful but actively harmful when it funds counterproductive programs.
- Taxpayer money funding political advocacy, like left-wing propaganda and censorship, is a deeper insult.
