Adding Healthcare Makes Tax Reform Impossible, Says Haass

The transcript discusses various political and fiscal topics, including public service, fiscal integrity, and tax reform. It highlights concerns about the deficit and debt, the controversial inclusion of health care in tax legislation, and the need for bipartisanship in tax reform. The conversation also touches on the fiscal hole and corporate tax rates, with a focus on the probability of achieving tax reform by Christmas.

What is the main concern regarding fiscal integrity in Washington?

• The lack of public service

• The focus on Northern Ireland

• The size of the deficit and debt

• The need for more tax cuts

Why is integrating health care into tax cut legislation controversial?

• It increases the fiscal deficit

• It politicizes the issue and reduces Democratic support

• It simplifies the legislative process

• It ensures bipartisan support

What is the primary reason for raising funds in the context of tax legislation?

• To plug the fiscal hole

• To increase corporate tax cuts

• To fund health care mandates

• To support public services

What is the likelihood of achieving bipartisanship in tax reform according to the discussion?

• Impossible

• Improbable

• Already achieved

• Certain

What do Republicans need to achieve according to the discussion?

• An increase in the fiscal deficit

• A reduction in health care costs

• A new public service initiative

• A significant legislative success