I do not necessarily always agree with economists, but I do in this case think they are probably right when they say that a consumption tax base is more conducive to economic growth.
Bill Cassidy: “I do not necessarily always agree with economists, but I do in this case think they are probably right when they say…”
On the recordJuly 17, 2017
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Cassidy acknowledges economists' views on consumption tax promoting economic growth.
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