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David Thomas: we had reserved 30 minutes this morning for our freshman focus to talk about some of those things that are of great…

On the recordMarch 6, 1996
we had reserved 30 minutes this morning for our freshman focus to talk about some of those things that are of great importance to American families, to talk about the economy, to talk about jobs, to talk about increasing wages and returns to American families. I would like to start with three areas that I think are important, even though it is not directly involved. One has to do with how we get facts out, so that we can make decisions based on facts. Another is just to comment a little on the broader question of whether we want more Government in our lives, more Government in business, or whether we want to release the private sector to be able to create jobs and, finally, to talk a little bit about the facts as related to the idea put forth by the President that 'this is the best economy in 30 years.' The facts do not substantiate that.
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David Thomas
New York

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Discussing the importance of economic issues and government involvement during a freshman focus session.

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