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Jim Nussle: we are reducing the budget deficit by $100 billion. So I understand there is concern out there. We are taking $100…

On the recordMay 19, 2004
we are reducing the budget deficit by $100 billion. So I understand there is concern out there. We are taking $100 billion off the top as a result of this budget because we are planning our work and we are sticking to our plan, and it is a good plan.
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Jim Nussle
Iowa

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Discussing budget deficit reduction during a House floor debate.

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