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“Professor Eric Zolt of UCLA, said to me, "The VAT is such a good idea, mark my words, within five years, the U.S. will have a VAT." Then he said, "Of course, I've been saying that for 20 years."”

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T.R. Reid is a renowned journalist with a career spanning various fields, including politics, economics, and social issues. Although his exact birth and death dates are unknown, his influence in the field of journalism is undeniable. more

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