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Ron Wyden: “If political organizations do not want to be scrutinized by the government, they should not seek privileges like…”

On the recordMay 20, 2013
If political organizations do not want to be scrutinized by the government, they should not seek privileges like tax-free status and anonymity for their donors.
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Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

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Wyden emphasizes accountability for political organizations seeking tax benefits.

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