Navigating the Government Shutdown with NTU's Brandon Arnold
Main Street Matters with Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz explores the intersection of small business and government policy. With more than 90 million Americans either owning or depending on small business for their household income, policies like taxes, regulations, and access to credit have a huge effect on the American Dream. Elaine and Alfredo talk with small business owners, government officials and office holders, and experts about everything from education to the labor market on this interesting and entertaining podcast.
Friday, October 3, 2025
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker and National Taxpayers Union's Brandon Arnold discuss the current government shutdown and the implications of the clean continuing resolution. They delve into the complexities of Obamacare credits, the flaws in the healthcare system, and the need for a consumer-driven approach to healthcare. The conversation also touches on political dynamics surrounding illegal immigrants and healthcare, the state of negotiations in Congress, and the importance of the American Franchise Act for small business owners.
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