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“Fraud is common when you give away billions. Fraud related to Hurricane Katrina spending is estimated to top $2 billion. In addition, debit cards provided to hurricane victims were used to pay for Caribbean vacations, NFL tickets, Dom Perignon champagne, 'Girls Gone Wild' videos, and at least one sex change operation.”

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Mark Skousen is an American economist born in 1947. He is known for his extensive research and teaching in the field of economics, particularly in macroeconomics and investment theory. Professor Skousen has held teaching positions at several renowned universities and has authored numerous economics textbooks. more

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