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On the recordJanuary 21, 2013
I supported larger, stronger strengthening of revenue--not immediately, though. Phasing it in over time is the right way to do it.
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Mike Johnson
Republican · Louisiana

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Johnson advocates for gradual tax increases to avoid economic shock.

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