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May 2023
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Shocking Debt Ceiling History and The Da...

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In this video, Patrick Bet-David discusses the issue of the debt ceiling in America, its history, and how it has been used as a political weapon. It highlights the negative consequences of defaulting on the national debt with examples from Argentina, Russia, Greece, and Venezuela. Go to our sponsor https://betterhelp.com/valuetainment for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. FaceTime or Ask Patrick any questions on https://minnect.com/ Recommended video: Will The U.S. Dollar Collapse As a Reserve Currency? - History of World Currency Explained: https://youtu.be/urEAgeeTq4k Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/2aPEwD4 To reach the Valuetainment team, you can email: info@valuetainment.com #debt #default #history

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