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Joe Cunningham: In 1993, they had the highest tax possible. They stole every dime out of the Social Security trust fund, even the gas…

On the recordJune 12, 2000
In 1993, they had the highest tax possible. They stole every dime out of the Social Security trust fund, even the gas tax. Does one think they put it in a transportation fund? Absolutely not. They put it in the general fund so they could spend more money. There was no hope of a balanced budget. Debts were destined to go up. The budget went beyond $200 billion every single year, but yet we will see the exercise here tonight from my colleagues on the other side to spend more money. Reject the amendments.
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Joe Cunningham
South Carolina

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Discussing fiscal policy and budget issues during a debate.

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