I would point out that revenues right now are about a point below the 40-year average in terms of percent of GDP.
Angus King: “I would point out that revenues right now are about a point below the 40-year average in terms of percent of GDP.”
On the recordFebruary 12, 2013
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Senator King highlights current revenue levels compared to historical averages.
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