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Jan 2024
34m 55s

Three Economic Issues that Could Shape t...

Civic Ventures
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National elections are won and lost on the economy. Of course they are: the state of the economy affects individuals' job security, income levels, access to healthcare, education, and overall quality of life, so it's not surprising that voters evaluate candidates based on their proposed economic policies and their ability to address pressing economic challen ... Show More
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