Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 2, 2015
you start stifling the innovative nature of entrepreneurs who typically hire people from their own communities.
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Tim Scott
Republican · South Carolina

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Scott discusses the negative impact of increased capital gains tax on innovation and community hiring.

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