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Word: counterpropaganda (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1980-1989
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...would have you believe that these deficits are caused by our so-called massive tax cut and defense buildup. Well, that's a real dipsy doodle." According to the President, "Deficits result from sharp increases in nondefense spending." In fact, neither the "propaganda campaign" nor Reagan's counterpropaganda is correct or incorrect, since attributing the deficit to any particular cause is necessarily a matter of political preference. This fiscal year, however, nondefense spending will rise an estimated $14.6 billion, or only 3%. Military costs will go up $33.6 billion, or 18%, while the Administration...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Staying the Collision Course | 11/29/1982 | See Source »

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