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George W. Bush: “This bill reflects a philosophy that says, we trust the American people more than we trust Government.”

On the recordJune 3, 2001
This bill reflects a philosophy that says, we trust the American people more than we trust Government.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Remarks at a Tax Relief Celebration in Tampa, Florida

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