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626. Ten Myths About the U.S. Tax System

Mar 14, 2025 · 1h 4m

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Nearly everything that politicians say about taxes is at least half a lie. They are also dishonest when it comes to the national debt. Stephen Dubner finds one of the few people in Washington who is willing to tell the truth — and it’s even worse than you think.