Political Quotes

On the recordMay 21, 2018
Corporations are using their tax savings to buy back their stock, not to invest in plants or workers.
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Martin Heinrich
Democratic · New Mexico

Editor's note · Context

Heinrich criticizes corporations for prioritizing stock buybacks over investments in growth.

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