“Inequality has been embedded in our society precisely because of attempts to create equality.”
“We’ve already banned £4million in bonuses for polluting water boss and will be taking action to prevent bonuses by any other any name.”
“In the end, councils who are elected should be responsible for explaining local tax to local voters.”

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On the recordApril 26, 2016
I am going to oppose the Flake amendment. The Army Corps of Engineers rebuilds locks and dams, dredges our rivers and harbors, works to prevent floods and storm damage, and builds environmental restoration projects. There is not a funding line in the budget that more Senators seek for their States. Our spending is under control on the discretionary side. It is the mandatory spending, the entitlement spending, that is out of control. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from California.
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Labour Party
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