Understanding Project 2025: Tax Reforms and Their Impact on Arkansas  

Join Steve Grappe and Dr. Chris Jones as they delve into the significant and controversial impacts of Project 2025, particularly focusing on tax reforms and government spending in Arkansas. From the proposed shift to a two-rate tax system to the introduction of a consumption tax, this episode explores how these changes may affect working-class families, public services, and infrastructure in the state. 

Engage in an in-depth analysis of the potential consequences on education, healthcare, and more, and learn about strategies to mitigate these effects. Stay informed, get involved, and make your voice heard!  

00:00 Introduction to Project 2025 

01:16 Understanding the Proposed Tax Changes 

02:28 Impact on Working Class Arkansans 

03:44 Consumption Tax Explained 

05:21 Effects on Public Services and Infrastructure 

09:01 Addressing Social Issues 

12:23 Strategies to Mitigate Impacts 

25:26 The Power of Resource Allocation in Politics 

26:28 Advocating for Federal Support in Arkansas 

28:38 The Impact of Project 2025 on Government Agencies 

30:14 Consequences of Reduced Federal Involvement 

31:59 Tax Reforms and Their Effects on Families 

34:57 Healthcare Access and Its Critical Importance 

37:46 Corporate Tax Cuts and Economic Implications 

43:47 Project 2025's Threat to Public Services 

46:47 Call to Action: Stay Informed and Vote