Republicans did so even though the District residents not only pay the same Federal taxes, but the highest per capita in the United States, more than 27 states.
Eleanor Holmes Norton: “Republicans did so even though the District residents not only pay the same Federal taxes, but the highest per capita in…”
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Norton highlights D.C. residents' tax contributions to argue for equitable treatment.
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