On the recordJuly 14, 2011
Right now this economy is ailing. And we don't believe, nor do I think the American people believe, that raising taxes is the answer.
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transcripts.cnn.comRight now this economy is ailing. And we don't believe, nor do I think the American people believe, that raising taxes is the answer.
Cantor argues against raising taxes as a solution for the struggling economy.
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We don't believe you ought to be raising taxes right now in this recession, in this economy.
So much of the spending that is in the bill, frankly, although may be laudable in and of itself, has no place in the stimulus bill.
Now while I intend to serve out my term as a member in Congress, effective July 31st I will be stepping down as majority leader. It is with great humility that I do so knowing the tremendous honor it has been to hold this position.