I think the point I am making here is no matter what we do here will be a price increase. The question is, How far can you increase it without it being counterproductive and producing an overwhelming black market in contraband all over our country. Is the Senator as concerned about that as I am?
Discussing the potential consequences of price increases on contraband markets.
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