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Chris Van Hollen: the reality is the last time we were at a balanced budget we had higher revenue.

On the recordMay 16, 2023
the reality is the last time we were at a balanced budget we had higher revenue.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

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Van Hollen emphasizes the need for higher revenue for a balanced budget.

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