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On the recordFebruary 12, 2013
I believe we need to focus on what is best for the middle class by ensuring that any tax reform effort helps more Americans share in and contribute to our economic strength and helps reduce our deficit.
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Tim Kaine
Democratic · Virginia

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Kaine emphasizes prioritizing middle-class benefits in tax reform.

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