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The Bulwark Podcast

Jonathan V. Last and Ben Raderstorf: Retribution Agenda

Jun 13, 2024
JVL and Ben Raderstorf discuss Trump's tax cut agenda, Biden's stance on tax cuts, and the importance of 'agreeing to disagree' in the pro-democracy coalition. They also touch on the Epoch Times, Truth Social, and the need for a diverse pro-democracy coalition to safeguard democracy.
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Quick takeaways

  • Maintaining tax cuts before pursuing retribution against enemies is crucial for political strategy.
  • Diverse coalitions can effectively address critical issues like housing through local initiatives and collaboration.

Deep dives

The Threat of Schedule F: A Civil Service Purge

Schedule F proposes a civil service purge that would replace professional experts with political cronies in government positions. This threatens the independence and expertise that is essential for various bureaucratic tasks like processing taxes, keeping air traffic control safe, and ensuring food and drug safety.

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