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President Obama Has Repeatedly Urged Congress To Let The Bush Tax Cuts Expire For Those Earning More Than $250,000 A Year. Increasing Rates On Top Earners Is An Obvious Way To Raise Revenue From Those Who Can Afford It Most.
-Christina Romer
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President Obama Has Repeatedly Urged Congress To

Christina Romer
President Obama Has Repeatedly Urged Congress To Let The Bush Tax Cuts Expire For Those Earning More Than $250,000 A Year. Increasing Rates On Top Earners Is An Obvious Way To Raise Revenue From Those Who Can Afford It Most.
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