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Make Me Smart

What happens to Biden’s campaign money if he quits the race?

Jul 20, 2024
The podcast delves into what happens to Biden's campaign money if he exits the race, the government's plan to reduce single-use plastics, nostalgia for DVDs and paper checks, Hello Kitty's origin story, Target's decision to stop accepting paper checks, and tips for discussing politics at work.
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  • Biden's campaign faces uncertainty over $91 million funds if candidacy ends.
  • Federal government plans to reduce single-use plastics to impact plastic consumption nationwide.

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Biden Administration's Plan to Phase Out Single-Use Plastics

The Biden administration announced a plan to phase out the federal government's purchases of single-use plastics to reduce plastic pollution. The plan aims to stimulate the market for good substitutes and reduce the demand for disposable plastic globally by 2037. This move addresses environmental concerns such as oceanic pollution, landfill overflow, and carbon emissions. The administration's strategy also includes regulations on plastic manufacturing and potential impacts on future environmental policies depending on election outcomes.

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