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On the recordSeptember 15, 2010
I do not see how you can say that there would not be a negative impact on demand and on the economy if we hit those individuals with a substantial tax increase.
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Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

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Collins argues against tax increases for high earners, citing potential negative economic impacts.

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