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On the recordMay 24, 2017
It seems to me that simplifying our tax code, reforming our tax code in a way that makes us more competitive in the global marketplace, would certainly be a desirable outcome.
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John Thune
Republican · South Dakota

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Thune advocates for tax reform to enhance competitiveness and growth.

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