I personally believe it is a mistake to cut the IRS's budget and thereby preclude the agency from providing basic service to millions of taxpayers who seek help each year.
Dick Durbin: “I personally believe it is a mistake to cut the IRS's budget and thereby preclude the agency from providing basic…”
On the recordMarch 26, 2014
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Durbin argues against budget cuts to the IRS, emphasizing the need for taxpayer support.
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