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On the recordFebruary 13, 2012
The idea was to cut breaks on businesses and individuals, keep a simpler code for both individuals and businesses, and retain progressivity.
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Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Wyden emphasizes the importance of maintaining foundational tax principles from 1986.

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