Mike Simpson: “The American taxpayer looks at it as their tax dollars. They don't…”

On the recordFebruary 23, 2010

The American taxpayer looks at it as their tax dollars. They don't care if it goes to the NEA, the local people, or who it goes to.

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Republican · Idaho

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Simpson emphasizes taxpayer concerns over NEA funding and accountability.

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Mike Simpson: “The American taxpayer looks at it as their tax dollars. They don't care if it goes to the NEA, the local people, or who…”