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Should the federal government more fully fund public education? John Fox joins Jim Blasingame to propose changes in the U.S. education system that would improve the performance of our schools, including in the tenure structure.
Why is America performing so poorly in education our children? John Fox joins Jim Blasingame to discuss a number of improvements that should be made in the U.S. education system, including better teacher recruiting.
Do we need higher taxes, less spending, or both? John Fox joins Jim Blasingame to explain why reducing the deficit depends on Congress making hard decisions to both increase revenue and reduce spending.
America’s 21st century problems will not be solved until we change the 20th century practices of the political class. John Fox joins Jim Blasingame to discuss how to fix the dysfunctional political culture and lobbying influences that have created unsustainable financial conditions.
Do any GOP presidential candidates have a viable tax proposal? John Fox joins Jim Blasingame to discuss the tax proposals of the GOP candidates such as Cain’s 9-9-9 proposal, including a national sales tax.
Myra Fox was a strong advocate for hospitalized children. John Fox joins Jim Blasingame to celebrate the life of John’s sister, Myra Fox, who was the inspiration for the Curious George character, “The Play Lady.”
Heirs should not have to sell to pay taxes, nor should they pay both estate and capital gains taxes. John Fox joins Jim Blasingame to discuss the “step-up” inheritance tax and the unreliability and of the estate and capital gains tax rates.
Congress should stop amending the outdated 20th century tax code. John Fox joins Jim Blasingame to discuss why Congress must reform the tax code to a more equal system and closer aligned with 21st century realities.
What's the best way to solve our government's deficit problems? John Fox joins Jim Blasingame with his ideas on how to coordinate federal tax policy with 21st century reality and solve the deficit problem.
Is there a looming conflict between the generations? John Fox joins Jim Blasingame to reveal the problems and propose solutions for how long-term retirement and health care commitments are made to senior citizens.