Franklin D Roosevelt On Revising Tax Laws For WWII

Franklin D Roosevelt On Revising Tax Laws For WWII

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The video discusses a proposal for a simpler tax law aimed at taxing unreasonable profits and reducing war costs. The current tax bill in Congress fails to meet these goals, leading to a presidential veto. Barkley resigns in protest, but Congress overrides the veto and re-elects him as House leader, showing strong support for his stance.

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What was the outcome of Congress's response to the President's veto?

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How did the Kentucky senator react to the situation described in the text?

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