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On the recordJanuary 21, 2013
the debt limit helps hold Washington accountable to hardworking taxpayers, who ultimately foot the bill for Washington's spending habits.
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Mike Johnson
Republican · Louisiana

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Johnson emphasizes the importance of the debt limit for taxpayer accountability.

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