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On the recordJuly 16, 1997
2\1/2\ years ago the Republicans stood on the steps of the Capitol and signed the Contract With America. Item 5 of the contract was not a bad idea. It called for a $500-per-child tax credit and promised to provide middle class tax relief. I must ask my Republican colleagues why they broke their promise to working families. These families work hard, pay taxes, and are entitled to tax relief. The Republicans not only made a promise to them, they signed a contract. Now my colleagues across the aisle are trying to say that item 5 of the Contract With America does not apply to everyone. The American Dream Restoration Act, as they call it, will remain just another broken promise. The Democrats want to provide tax relief to all working families. It is just that simple. I challenge my Republican colleagues to join us in this effort. ____________________
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Nydia M. Velazquez
New York

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Addressing the broken promises of the Republican Party regarding tax relief for working families.

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