Heritage Foundation's Moore on Tax Repatriation, Immigration

The transcript discusses the potential impact of capital repatriation by companies like Apple, addressing skepticism about tax cuts and their benefits. It highlights challenges in the labor market, particularly in STEM fields, and the need for immigration reform. The conversation also covers infrastructure spending, government budget priorities, and the global tax competition resulting from US tax reforms. Finally, it touches on international relations and economic policies, with a focus on the Davos forum.

What is one potential benefit of companies repatriating capital to the U.S.?

• Decreased stock prices

• Higher unemployment rates

• Job creation and investment

• Increased foreign investment

What challenge does Apple face when staffing new facilities in the U.S.?

• Lack of available land

• Shortage of skilled workers

• Excessive government regulations

• High taxation rates

What is one area of disagreement regarding U.S. immigration policy?

• The number of H1B visas

• The level of corporate taxation

• The amount of infrastructure spending

• The rate of interest on federal loans

What is a potential area for bipartisan support in U.S. policy?

• Military expansion

• Welfare reform

• Healthcare reform

• Infrastructure spending

What is a concern regarding the new U.S. tax law?

• It will lead to increased unemployment

• It will cause a global race to lower taxes

• It will increase the national debt

• It will reduce foreign investment

What was a missed opportunity by previous administrations according to the speaker?

• Expanding healthcare coverage

• Increasing social welfare programs

• Repatriating overseas capital

• Reducing military spending

What is the speaker's view on the U.S. presence at Davos?

• It is unnecessary and costly

• It is an opportunity to showcase U.S. policies

• It is irrelevant to global economic discussions

• It should be avoided to focus on domestic issues