In my very short time remaining, let me simply say that we have a huge problem with entitlements in this country, one of which is the entitlement, direct payment system for farmers. This is not serious reform, when you are still paying farmers that make up to $2.5 million in subsidies from the taxpayer. I urge a ``no'' vote on the bill.
Jeff Flake: “In my very short time remaining, let me simply say that we have a huge problem with entitlements in this country, one of…”
On the recordMay 14, 2008
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Addressing entitlement reform and farm subsidies during a floor speech.
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