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Frank Pallone: “Absolutely. The gentlewoman pointed out, we were only talking about Federal taxes, payroll taxes, excise taxes. That…”

On the recordJune 26, 1997
Absolutely. The gentlewoman pointed out, we were only talking about Federal taxes, payroll taxes, excise taxes. That Georgia policeman is probably paying property taxes. He may be paying other State or local taxes. They are saying he is on welfare.
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Frank Pallone
Democratic · New Jersey

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Discussing taxation and welfare during a debate.

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