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Kent Conrad

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Kent Conrad is a former United States Senator from North Dakota, serving from 1993 to 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he was known for his work on fiscal policy and budget issues, particularly as the Chairman of the Senate Budget Committee. Throughout his tenure, Conrad advocated for responsible budgeting and was involved in discussions surrounding Social Security and healthcare reform. He played a significant role in shaping policies that impacted both North Dakota and the nation as a whole.

Jan 6, 2011

Well, that is about as clear as it can be. Lethal is pretty strong. And, frankly, I agree with it. I believe that.

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Jan 6, 2011

I think you need to have a plan that takes a series of votes now that makes these changes over time.

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Jan 6, 2011

We have--one thing Senator Sessions and I absolutely agree on is the need to put in place a credible plan as soon as possible.

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Jan 6, 2011

I would put those four at the top of the list.

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Jan 6, 2011

As I see it, in terms of the work of this committee, one of the most important things we can do is contribute to getting on a more sustainable course.

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Jan 6, 2011

I think the feeling is among Governors that they have to continue to do this to make the long-run sustainability.

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Jan 6, 2011

I think it is very important time.

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Jan 6, 2011

But it is happening. I mean, I have had people come to me who are in very large multinational accounting firms who have had clients who were doing precisely this.

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Jan 6, 2011

We cannot let deficits act as if they are free money when we do spending increases and tax cuts.

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Jan 6, 2011

I appreciate you being a partner in this effort to really get serious about our deficit and debt.

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Jan 6, 2011

Mr. Buffett is often up here talking about tax reform and he has admitted that his taxes are too low.

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