U.S. Government Fiddles as Infrastructure Crumbles

U.S. Government Fiddles as Infrastructure Crumbles

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Business, Social Studies

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The video discusses the deteriorating state of infrastructure in the US, highlighting issues such as bad roads, poor rail service, and crumbling airports. It emphasizes the political and economic challenges in securing and spending funds for infrastructure improvements. The discussion points out the lack of political will to invest in necessary infrastructure, despite the potential benefits like job creation and economic growth.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What does the author suggest is a barrier to spending on infrastructure?

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In what ways does the text suggest that infrastructure spending could benefit the economy?

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