Barack Obama: “We need 218 votes in the House of Representatives to make sure that 98…”

On the recordJuly 25, 2012

We need 218 votes in the House of Representatives to make sure that 98 percent of Americans don't see their taxes go up next year.

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Remarks Prior to a Cabinet Meeting and an Exchange With Reporters

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