Episode
When Cuts Meet Lavish Spending
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- May 30, 2026
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- 104
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Summary
Leaders preach austerity but fund lavish projects while slashing vital services like healthcare and education. In West Virginia, Governor Morrisey kills bills aiding foster youth and abuse survivors—despite a looming deficit for needy families. The disconnect between taxpayer struggles and elite spending fuels outrage, compounded by murky business practices and financial opacity. Who really benefits? The answer’s harder to swallow than the budget numbers. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7371468072d739ac