أفضل بودكاسات Plan For America (2024)

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Who I'm Voting For and Why 32:37

20d ago32:37

32:37

The way I see it, there are two primary responsibilities of an American citizen. The first is to be educated about the issues and the candidates and the second is to vote. We are 3 weeks away from one of the most consequential elections in American history, and I want to share with you my thoughts on the upcoming election. To download your free cop…

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Biggest Issues with the Election Right Now 11:12

1M ago11:12

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JB discusses "A Bold Plan for America" on "Spanning the State" with Kristin Brey. He presents nonpartisan, fact-based solutions to key U.S. challenges like the national debt, healthcare reform, and government simplification. Drawing from his business experience, JB offers practical approaches to national policy issues. He emphasizes addressing real…

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Conclusion of A Bold Plan 35:02

1M ago35:02

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I wrote the book and recorded the Podcast because I am a frustrated American Citizen, and I want to be part of the solution. The biggest problem in our democracy is that our citizens are not educated on the issues that really matter. Hopefully, this podcast has increased your knowledge of the real problems that we face and the non-partisan solution…

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Simplify the Tax Code and Balance the Budget 25:17

2M ago25:17

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In this episode, JB discusses the need to simplify the U.S. tax code and balance the federal budget. Burke highlights how a simplified, 10-page tax code would increase fairness and transparency while reducing loopholes exploited by the wealthy. He also shares actionable solutions to cut spending and increase revenue, offering a detailed blueprint f…

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5 Key Issues No Candidate is Talking About 24:25

2M ago24:25

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While politicians trade soundbites, JB exposes five critical issues candidates are afraid to touch: Government union reform Carbon tax implementation America's obesity crisis Social Security's "cap" problem Gun law changes Burke argues these issues require leadership from candidates and sacrifices from various groups, including political parties, u…

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Reform Campaign Finance 9:03

3M ago9:03

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From the staggering $425 million spent on a single Senate race to candidates dedicating half their time to fundraising, our democracy is being auctioned to the highest bidder. In this episode, JB proposes banning donations from organizations and out-of-state contributors in state elections. Explore why campaign finance reform is essential to restor…

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DNC Reaction: Kamala Harris, Tim Walz and more... 16:50

3M ago16:50

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John Burke breaks down the good and the bad of Kamala's DNC speech and what happened leading up to it. Download your free copy of A Bold Plan for America here: https://aboldplan.com/بقلم Story Mark Studios

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Why We Should Embrace the Immigration Advantage 10:07

3M ago10:07

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Immigration has been a key driver of America's success, with immigrants contributing significantly to the economy and innovation. In this episode, JB highlights the importance of embracing immigration as an advantage, rather than restricting it, while ensuring border security. A balanced approach can strengthen the nation's future that would benefi…

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Was Tim Walz the Right VP Pick for Harris? 17:45

3M ago17:45

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In this episode, JB gives his thoughts on Kamala Harris picking Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. We go over: Tim Walz's qualifications Was it a good pick? Walz vs. Shapiro Harris and Walz's speeches in Philly What JB is looking for in a candidate To download your free copy of A Bold Plan for America: https://aboldplan.com/book/ For quizzes, b…

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How to Fix the US Legal System 12:05

3M ago12:05

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There are some uncomfortable truths lurking within the American justice system. The U.S. legal system has significant flaws that we need to address. In this episode, JB breaks down the hard facts and presents a range of bold solutions. Whether you're a legal insider or an everyday citizen, this episode will reshape your understanding of American ju…

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Was Kamala a Smart Choice? A look back at the crazy last 11 days in US Politics 19:27

4M ago19:27

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A lot has happened in the last 11 days. A Trump assassination attempt, a lively RNC in Milwaukee, Biden dropping out, and Kamala hosting her first rally. Is Kamala qualified? Is what the democrats are doing... democratic? What are JB's thoughts on a Trump/Harris match up? What should citizens do to make informed decisions? We cover it all on this e…

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How to Fix Gun Violence in America 11:17

4M ago11:17

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This is an urgent call for change! Gun violence is having a devastating impact on American society. In this episode, Burke argues that the U.S. must address this crisis to save lives and reduce its massive economic toll. Key points include: The staggering human and financial costs of gun violence: 45,000 deaths and $557 billion annually Debunking m…

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Administer a Responsible Foreign Policy 13:22

4M ago13:22

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How can the U.S. can maintain global leadership while addressing its national debt through smarter foreign policy and defense priorities? In this episode, Burke explores this topic and proposes: Streamlining the military-industrial complex to cut $200 billion annually from defense spending Expanding soft power initiatives like the Peace Corps Using…

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Debate Aftermath: Where Does America Go From Here? 19:21

4M ago19:21

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In an emergency podcast going into the 4th of July weekend, JB discusses the debate, where America goes from here, and more: • Debate recap, winners, losers, and thoughts • Should Biden step down, and what should the Democrats do? • What should the Republican Party do? To download your free copy of A Bold Plan for America: https://aboldplan.com/boo…

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Simon Sinek & John Burke: How to Overcome the Obstacles America Faces 9:01

5M ago9:01

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I recently had the honor of being a guest on Simon Sinek's podcast "A Bit of Optimism." During our conversation, we discussed the critical issues facing our nation and the lack of visionary leadership and comprehensive plans from political candidates to address them. As I shared with Simon, I am deeply concerned about the challenges we face - from …

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Right-Size Defense Spending 13:36

5M ago13:36

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America needs to drastically rein in defense spending to tackle the $33 trillion national debt. In this episode, Burke proposes a "simplification plan" to streamline the bloated military-industrial complex, close redundant global bases, and scale back nuclear arsenal costs. Burke argues that the U.S. can increase capabilities while slashing the cur…

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Reform Congress 17:17

6M ago17:17

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In this episode, Burke shines a light on the corroding influence of money in congressional campaigns and lobbying efforts. He argues for sweeping reforms, including eliminating the Senate filibuster, ending partisan gerrymandering, canceling congressional pensions, and imposing term limits via a constitutional amendment. He advocates giving the pre…

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Save Social Security and Expand It! 21:12

6M ago21:12

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From eliminating the income cap on Social Security taxes to advocating for higher standards in disability programs, Burke offers straightforward solutions to ensure fairness and sustainability. He also introduces the "Every Kid Has a Chance" program, aimed at reducing childhood poverty, and suggests federal intervention to transform struggling publ…

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Rebuild America 10:22

6M ago10:22

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Despite being one of the wealthiest nations, the United States' transportation system is graded at a C- (by The American Society of Civil Engineers), with 11 categories receiving a D, including our roads. In this episode, John Burke proposes a straightforward solution: raise the gas tax by a dollar. This would not only fund infrastructure projects …

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Fix the Health-Care System 21:27

7M ago21:27

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John Burke dives into the pressing issue of healthcare reform, stressing the profound impact of individual well-being on the nation's health. Referencing medical doctor William Mayo, Burke underscores the necessity of prioritizing every citizen's health. Despite the substantial healthcare expenditure in the United States, the country is nearly dead…

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How to Reduce the Risk of Nuclear War 10:40

7M ago10:40

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In a world where nuclear arsenals loom large and the Doomsday Clock ticks closer to midnight, Burke explores the urgent need to reduce the risk of nuclear war. Drawing on insights from global leaders and military experts, Burke outlines bold solutions, from immediate reductions in deployed weapons to advocating for a nuclear-free world by 2028. Joi…

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Dr. Daniel Hall #22 30:35

7M ago30:35

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Dr. Daniel Hall is the dean of the business school at High Point University in North Carolina. High Point bills itself as the premier life skills university in the nation, and Dr. Hall shares some of the innovative things the university is doing. As a college professor, he shares a matrix of how he evaluates Plan For America in comparison with the …

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The Citizen Scorecard: Unpacking the Role We Play 20:06

7M ago20:06

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We talk a lot about what political leaders can be doing better—but what about citizens? Through the lens of the Citizen Scorecard, they explore seven key elements—from education to civic participation—that empower individuals to drive positive change. Burke challenges the notion of passive citizenship, urging listeners to take ownership of America’…

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The Leadership Scorecard: Evaluating the Candidates 18:54

7M ago18:54

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What makes a great leader? What makes a terrible leader? Why is great leadership important at all levels of government? When it comes to governance and organizational success, one trait stands out prominently: leadership. Whether it's growing a business, a nonprofit, a government, or a sports team, the leader at the helm plays a pivotal role in det…

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Idanna Appio #21 26:11

7M ago26:11

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We have long thought that mutual fund managers are the rock stars of the financial services industry because they get to manage the largest chunks of money. We were therefore thrilled to have Idanna Appio, the portfolio manager for First Eagle Income Builder Fund as our guest. In the first half of the episode, she sheds light on some current invest…

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Initiate Climate Leadership Fast 17:04

7M ago17:04

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From the alarming rise in CO2 levels to the devastating impacts of natural disasters, the need for decisive action regarding climate change has never been clearer. Explore actionable fact-based solutions, including carbon taxes and reforestation initiatives, and even engaging NASA to help save our climate. This episode challenges listeners to confr…

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Creating a High-Performance Government 19:28

7M ago19:28

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The U.S. Government is not a high-performance government. “We, the people'' own our Government, yet our leaders tolerate poor performance in many areas of the Government. In this episode, Burke dives into some of the key problems facing the U.S. Government, including the failure to address the country’s biggest issues until they become a crisis and…

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Introducing A Bold Plan for America 31:41

7M ago31:41

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Join host John Burke in the inaugural episode of A Bold Plan for America as he unveils a bold vision for tackling the Nation's most pressing challenges. With a mix of frustration and determination, Burke dives into the broken political system, the influence of money in politics, and the urgent need for meaningful dialogue on these issues. Through i…

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Vance Ginn #20 28:22

8M ago28:22

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Dr. Vance Ginn is a noted economist who has worked at the state and national levels. From Texas, he served the Texas Public Policy Institute, and nationally he worked in the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in Washington, DC. As someone who is very concerned with government debts and deficits, we wanted his opinion on Plan For America and how …

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Phil Cusa #19 30:20

8M ago30:20

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Phil Cusa has been a healthcare administrator for over 40 years. In the first half of the episode, Phil gives us an overview of the current state of healthcare in the U.S. and why it needs fixing. The second half explores how some of the specific provisions of Plan For America could help solve those problems.…

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Saul Anuzi #18 30:30

8M ago30:30

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One of the greatest challenges in addressing the problem of unfunded Social Security obligations is getting current retirees on board. Saul Anuzis is the President of 60-Plus, a senior advocacy group, so we thought he would be an excellent guest to weigh in on the topic. Doing nothing about Social Security, as both major political parties seem to a…

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John Steele Gordon #17 28:28

9M ago28:28

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A graduate of Vanderbilt University, John Steele Gordon is an author and thought leader. One of his books is The Great Game: The Emergence of Wall Street as a World Power and he has also written about the economic history of the U.S. in general. One of his observations is that enormous government debts and deficits is a relatively recent phenomenon…

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Dan Mitchell #16 30:39

9M ago30:39

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Dan Mitchell is the Chairman of the Center for Freedom and Prosperity, a thinktank in Washington, DC, that focuses on free markets end encouraging governments around the world to compete with each other economically. As an economist, we thought Dan would be perfect to comment on the Plan For America provision that retirement monies would be investe…

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AnneMarie Schieber #15 36:12

1y ago36:12

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AnneMarie Schieber is a healthcare expert with Heartland Institute and writes their healthcare newsletter. She is our first guest on the healthcare side of Plan For America, which is important because Medicare represents about 85% of the unfunded liability problem facing our country, while Social Security only represents about 15%. Ms. Schieber has…

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Spike Cohen #14 34:41

1y ago34:41

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Spike Cohen ran for Vice President on the Libertarian Party ticket in 2020. A successful businessman, he is thinking about running for President in 2024. If he does, Plan for America will be part of his platform, and he has heartily endorsed the plan, mentioning it on national television interviews.

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Dr. Alexander William Salter #13 33:44

1y ago33:44

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A renowned economist, Dr. Alexander William Salter is professor of economics at Texas Tech University. A co-author of the book "Money and the Rule of Law," Dr. Salter heads up the Sound Money Project for the American Institute of Economic Research, focused on improving our monetary system. Dr. Salter explains the gold standard and the significance …

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Lee Gilroy #12 42:41

1y ago42:41

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Len Gilroy is with the Reason Foundation in Los Angeles and heads up their Pension Integrity Project. Reason is a national Libertarian think tank that also publishes a magazine by the same name. Len's particular interest is in state and local pension liabilities, many of which are not currently fully funded. This poses a threat to state budgets bec…

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Johnny Gwin #11 34:18

1y ago34:18

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Johnny Gwin was one of the first independent candidates to declare for President of the United States in the 2024 election cycle. A social media and podcast expert from Mobile, Alabama, Gwin has a unique take on the issues of the day. What does he think about Plan For America? With Republicans and Democrats at loggerheads and unpopular, is there an…

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Adam Houser #10 31:38

1y ago31:38

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Our guest for this episode is Adam Houser with the Committee For A Constructive Tomorrow (CFACT). The twin goals of this organization are environmental stewardship and human prosperity, on the assumption that these goals are not in conflict with one another. We thought Adam would be a good guest because he heads up CFACT's college outreach, and tod…

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Gregory Van Kipnis #9 30:45

1y ago30:45

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Gregory van Kipnis is the chairman of the American Institute for Economic Research (AIER) based in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. We thought he would be a good guest for Plan For America Podcast because AIER is a nonpartisan research and education nonprofit focused on the importance of markets. Their mission is to affirm free enterprise, economic…

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Terry Nager 30:23

1y ago30:23

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Who better to explain Plan For America than its author, Terry Nager? Terry has been a Certified Financial Planner since 1980, and he also has designations as a Chartered Life Underwriter and a Chartered Financial Consultant. Some years ago, he was walking along the beach wondering if his sons would enjoy the same opportunities he had growing up in …

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Grover Norquist #7 32:24

1y ago32:24

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Grover Norquist is the President of Americans for Tax Reform, based in Washington, DC. He is perhaps best known for the "pledge" that he attempts to get from candidates for public office that they will not raise taxes of any kind if elected. We therefore thought he would be a fascinating guest on the show because of PFA's approach to taxes. Under t…

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Tom Cellucci & Tracis Nagle #6 29:44

1+ y ago29:44

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Plan For America is a public-private partnership, and we could not think of a better expert in such partnerships than our guest, Tom Cellucci. He was appointed as Chief Commercialization Officer by President George W. Bush and reappointed by President Barack Obama. Today he heads up Bravatek, a company specializing in the mining of rare earth metal…

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Rep. Bradley Byrne #5 36:04

1+ y ago36:04

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If you ever want to get an idea like Plan For America going, a good place to start is with your own representative in Congress. Bradley Byrne was the Congressman for Alabama's first district from 2014-2021. Prior to that he served as a state senator and ran for governor. A graduate of Duke University, Byrne has a law degree from the University of A…

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Chris Hogan 28:01

1+ y ago28:01

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Speaker and author Chris Hogan is our guest, who many will recognize from his years in the Dave Ramsey organization. Ramsey’s goal is to shift individuals from a culture of debt to one of equity, or ownership, and that is exactly what Plan For America is trying to do on a national basis. One of Chris’s books is “Everyday Millionaire,” something tha…

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Mark Skousen 32:30

1+ y ago32:30

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FreedomFest is an annual festival where free minds meet to celebrate freedom in an open-minded environment. It is independent, non-partisan, and not officially affiliated with any organization or think tank. That is exactly why Plan For America chose FreedomFest as the first event to unveil our plan. Dr. Mark Skousen is the founder and producer of …

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Stephen Moore 28:44

1+ y ago28:44

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One of the first people to endorse Plan For America is Stephen Moore, an economist affiliated with Freedom Works and The Heritage Foundation. If you like political and economic commentary, you have probably seen him on TV often! Our topic is Modern Monetary Theory, the idea that government debts and deficits do not matter. For a while when interest…

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Dr. Kyre Lahtinen 29:27

1+ y ago29:27

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What is Plan For America? There is no one better to explain it than the man who built the economic model to see if it would work: Dr. Kyre Lahtinen of Wright State University. One of Kyre’s super powers is taking complex topics and explaining them in simple terms. That is what he does here, describing the retirement and health care components of ou…

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