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Tom Price: What they will really be introducing is an unprecedented tax hike on the American people. Under the economic policies of…

On the recordMarch 20, 2007
What they will really be introducing is an unprecedented tax hike on the American people. Under the economic policies of the last 6 years, the American people have led this economy to over 40 straight months of economic growth, over 7 million new jobs and an unemployment rate at a near-40-year low. This is proof that Americans respond best to having more of their money in their pockets. Nevertheless, the majority party, true to form, is preparing to usher in the largest tax increase in history. That's right, the largest tax increase in history that would bring back the marriage penalty and discourage further investment and growth. This would be a huge step backwards for our economy and for our government. The American people deserve leadership that respects their hard work. Washington must stop trying to find ways to afford a larger government. As we begin the debate on the budget for the upcoming year, we shouldn't begin with a plan to grow an even more massive bureaucracy on the backs of the American taxpayer.
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Tom Price
Georgia

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Discussing the implications of the 2008 budget and proposed tax increases.

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