Kerry Lutz & John Tamny , Financial Survival Network

The Deficit Delusion Stealing Your Future - John Tamny #6297

09 Jul 2025 • 29 min • EN
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The discussion centered on the concept of "deficit delusion," where Kerry Lutz and John Tamny argued that the perceived crisis of government debt is a misinterpretation, attributing the real issue to excessive government resource consumption. John highlighted that government spending limits societal advancement, while Kerry pointed out that the current system facilitates easy borrowing through excessive revenue collection. They characterized the situation as a form of theft through taxation, emphasizing that high levels of government intervention lead to economic inefficiencies and lost opportunities for taxpayers. They suggested that maintaining government spending at historical levels could have significantly enhanced national wealth. The conversation also explored the relationship between personal mental states and economic perceptions, with John asserting that savings drive economic growth more than consumption. They discussed the importance of individual economic freedom and the detrimental effects of policies that restrict wealth and trade. Kerry advocated for improved economic education, drawing parallels to successful public health campaigns, while John critiqued the dominance of Keynesian thought in economic education. They further examined the implications of currency stability on economic health, criticizing past administrations for dollar devaluation. The discussion concluded with reflections on the significance of John's upcoming book, "The Deficit Delusion." Find John here: https://x.com/johntamny Find Kerry here: http://financialsurvivalnetwork.com/ and here: https://inflation.cafe Kerry's New Book “The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster” is now a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5  

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