You hear these reports about billionaires not paying taxes. You hear these reports about record profits on Wall Street. You see the influence. Just check down the hall, Madam President. Look down the hall, you can see the influence in the majority -- in the minority leader`s office, Senator McConnell, of lobbyists going in and out, always getting their way. It`s always about helping those in charge get wealthier.
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