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Do you think CAFR can be manipulated to tell the story to puch an agenda. Understanding what can and cannot be included in the budget disclosures seems subjective to those in charge. Thoughts?

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//The Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) is prepared by the municipality or other government entities in the United States. In this context, in the following discussion, the compilation of the report has been discussed in brief. Further, in the next section budget preparation process has been highlighted.//

A Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) is required to be prepared and submitted by the municipality or the other government entities in the United Sates to describe the state's financial condition. The CAFR is compiled based on the requirements of the Governmental Accounting Standard Board. The Governmental ...

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