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On the recordSeptember 21, 2021
I would argue, charity is being generous with your own money, but theft is being generous with your kids' money.
Said by
Steve Scalise
Republican · Louisiana

Editor's note · Context

Scalise criticizes government spending as irresponsible borrowing from future generations.

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