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On the recordApril 5, 2011
Obviously, we are providing a lot of aid to Pakistan, and there were efforts recently to raise taxes on those who could easily pay the taxes.
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Nita Lowey
Democratic · New York

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Lowey discusses challenges in raising taxes in Pakistan amidst political pressures.

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