Taxation and Governance
The discussion reveals the historical context of public spending in New York City, tracing its roots back to the New Deal era. As the city expanded its services, alarm grew among business leaders about the rising tax burden, particularly with proposals for new taxes in the early 1960s. This tension highlights deeper concerns about whose interests the city government prioritizes and the implications for economic elites.In this clip
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The NYC Fiscal Crisis Of The 1970s Has Some Important Lessons For Today
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