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Ron Johnson: “Now, when society subsidizes private individuals taking those types of risks, that increases that type of behavior…”

On the recordFebruary 11, 2014
Now, when society subsidizes private individuals taking those types of risks, that increases that type of behavior, correct?
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Ron Johnson
Republican · Wisconsin

Editor's note · Context

Questioning the impact of subsidies on risky behavior in disaster-prone areas.

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