State of profusion: governments just keep growing

State of profusion: governments just keep growing

Some factors that drive relentless growth in state spending are eternal; some are getting stronger. Our correspondent outlines a big-government future. We examine how MacKenzie Scott, an accidental billionaire, is revolutionising big-money philanthropy. And Moroccan hoteliers rail against a law that forbids beds for the unwed.

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Money Talks: There’s no business like it

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The Intelligence: Colorado blocks Donald Trump’s candidacy

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