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On the recordFebruary 12, 2013
Well, I would point out that we have introduced legislation, Madam Chair, to do just that. It would bring in $590 billion over a 10-year period.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

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Sanders highlights proposed legislation aimed at increasing tax revenue significantly.

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