The apology that ought to be given is to the American taxpayer, not to a government agency that is abusing its power.
Pat Ryan: “The apology that ought to be given is to the American taxpayer, not to a government agency that is abusing its power.”
On the recordJune 19, 2014
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Ryan criticizes the IRS for misleading Congress and failing to provide information.
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