In episode #71 of The Oliver Bardwell Podcast, I sit down with Chris Hagenow, former Iowa Representative and founder of Iowans for Tax Relief, to discuss the big issues shaping Iowa and beyond. We cover everything from tax reform and local government accountability to broader discussions about the future of leadership and innovation.
Key Topics Include:
The 2% Property Tax Growth Cap Proposal and local government spending. Donald Trump’s political legacy and his unwavering leadership style. The rise of Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy as influential figures in transparency and politics. Doge, cryptocurrency, and decentralized financial systems. The philosophy of taxation and why limiting government matters. Balancing taxpayer funding and private business solutions for public projects.Chris shares actionable insights on how citizens can get involved in local politics, hold their leaders accountable, and drive meaningful change in their communities. This episode is packed with ideas that go far beyond taxes!
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:52 Transition to Iowans for Tax Relief
05:55 Property Tax Challenges in Iowa
09:04 Understanding Property Tax Structure
11:49 Public Sentiment on Property Taxes
15:03 Local Government Spending and Accountability
17:57 Engaging Citizens in Local Politics
20:50 Ideal Tax System and Future Directions
29:15 Community Engagement and Public Projects
32:45 The Philosophy of Taxation
35:38 Government Services and Responsibilities
37:28 The Role of Influential Figures in Politics
42:18 Trump's Political Legacy and Future
47:37 Tax Relief Initiatives and Local Government Accountability
For more information, visit Iowans for Tax Relief and explore their tools like ITR Local to see where your tax dollars are going.
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