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George H.W. Bush: “Don't expect it, but it would be nice, though, if they'd do something for the American people instead of raising taxes…”

On the recordMarch 15, 1992
Don't expect it, but it would be nice, though, if they'd do something for the American people instead of raising taxes and spending the money.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Exchange With Reporters Aboard Air Force One

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