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The cost of living too long
Is the longevity of Australians in the 21st century actually a curse for future generations? Government spending on the elderly is predicted to grow significantly in the next 30 years, and the proportion of taxpayers will decline. So what are the burdens future generations will face if we all keep going on and on?Guest: Lucinda Holdforth, speechwriter and author of Going On and On
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