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His inadequate basic knowledge of geography, history, philosophy and religions, science, and many other subjects puts him at a disadvantage with other world leaders and in understanding military and intelligence briefings. Dumbing it down for him (a necessity) is likely to edit out nuances available to a competent president. He has shown a disregard for the security of our country by (a) sharing classified materials with state visitors in public … CONTINUE READING THE WHOLE POST →

Money comes into the US Treasury through taxes (revenue), and leaves the Treasury in various forms of spending. Spending can be in the form of a program like SNAP (food stamps) or in the form of a (refundable) child tax credit. Either way, if there is less revenue than money spent, there is a deficit and a contribution to the $35.7 trillion national debt. Most people agree that the growth … CONTINUE READING THE WHOLE POST →

My View: The Tax Code is Overly Complicated, Mostly to Provide Benefits to the Wealthy. A True Reform Would Take Years. In the Meantime, Yes – Add Benefits Targeted to Needy Groups.  Harris’s proposals do target help to the middle class and the barely surviving workers. While Trump’s plan mainly helps the wealthy or else are simply reckless bribes. Review Reason #40 looked at tax change proposals that impact those with … CONTINUE READING THE WHOLE POST →