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Take The Planet Money Summer School Quiz In Political Economy

By Eric Mennel,

Alex Goldmark

Published August 27, 2025 at 7:56 AM EDT

The CBO estimates are in and the tax rates are set! Complete our quiz and receive the most prestigious diploma public media can offer - though not officially recognized by any academic or governmental body.

If you need a refresher - there's no shame in checking your notes - listen to Planet Money Summer School 2025: Political Economy.

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