The Victor Davis Hanson Show History of Income Tax Amendment 16 and News of the Week
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Mar 1, 2025 Dive into the fascinating history of Amendment 16, which paved the way for income tax in 1913, and its lasting impact on America. Explore current healthcare challenges, including debates surrounding Medicare and Medicaid. Discover a controversial proposal for a 'golden card' aimed at wealthy immigrants and its implications. The discussion also touches on recent news, including reflections on influential figures like Gene Hackman and the political landscape under the Biden administration, offering insights and critiques on the complexities of governance.
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Healthcare Fraud Dilemma
- Healthcare fraud is widespread in programs like Medicare and Medicaid, especially with increasing population and poverty.
- This makes it a difficult issue to address politically, as cutting these programs would face immense public backlash.
Measles: A Personal Tragedy
- Victor Davis Hanson recalls having measles as a child and highlights the real danger of measles to pregnant women.
- His sister died due to complications from their mother having measles during pregnancy.
Herd Immunity Paradox
- While some parents avoid vaccinating their children, the high vaccination rate of others creates herd immunity.
- This benefits even unvaccinated children by reducing disease transmission.
