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Civics Made Easy
Should U.S. Territories Be States?
Ben Sheehan covers U.S. territories and how they became a part of America.
Taxes, Spending & Debt: Is America Going Broke?
"Civics Made Easy," hosted by Ben Sheehan, breaks down the complex world of American government and civic participation. Each episode transforms intricate concepts into clear, digestible lessons, equipping viewers with the essential knowledge to actively participate in their democracy. Designed to empower and inform, the series makes understanding civics both accessible and engaging for all.
Taxes, Spending & Debt: Is America Going Broke?
Season 1 Episode 9 | 12m 0s | CC
Why do we pay taxes? Where does all of that money actually go? And is the U.S. government collecting and spending our money wisely? Ben Sheehan takes a cold, hard look at America’s finances. What is the history of taxing and spending? Who gets to decide how much money we owe? Why are some spending items in the budget ‘required’ while others are merely optional? And how bad is U.S. debt really? Be
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