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Kent Conrad: Well, that is the plan. That is what this budget calls for. In 2006, this budget accounts for tax cuts to those who earn…

On the recordApril 28, 2005
Well, that is the plan. That is what this budget calls for. In 2006, this budget accounts for tax cuts to those who earn on average over $1 million a year, and the tax cuts in the year 2006 alone for those earning over $1 million a year--the cost will be $32 billion for that 1 year alone, and every penny of it borrowed. Where are we borrowing it from? Much of it is being borrowed from Japan, China, and countries all over the world. Does anybody really think that is a good idea?
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Kent Conrad
Democratic · North Dakota

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