Competing for Private Enterprise with Public Dollars

Hosted by Warren Olney Dec. 06, 2012 National

Tax breaks and government subsidies are beloved by politicians to help cities, counties and states increase jobs and grow their economies.

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The Hidden Cost of Public Assistance to Private Enterprise

Tax breaks and government subsidies are beloved by politicians to help cities, counties and states increase jobs and grow their economies.

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Credits

Host:

Warren Olney

Producers:

Christian Bordal, Lata Pandya, Evan George

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