On the recordMarch 15, 2011
My read of the bill suggests that it raises taxes on millions of American families violating the majority's pledge not to support tax increases.
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congress.govMike Thompson: “My read of the bill suggests that it raises taxes on millions of American families violating the majority's pledge not…”
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Thompson argues the bill will increase taxes on families, contradicting previous pledges.
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