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Greg Casar: “The overwhelming number of people said, no, we don't want…”

Featuring: Greg Casar, Democratic | U.S. House, Texas, District 35

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Congressional Press Conference on Firing Elon Musk and Addressing Alleged Corruption

Published | Video Starts at 20:46

Yeah, I mean, there were articles leading up to the Wisconsin race of pundits out there saying, well, maybe going after the richest man on earth isn't a good idea. But I think the people beat the pundits in that argument where I think The overwhelming number of people said, no, we don't want the richest man on earth controlling our government, making us work longer hours for less pay and taking our taxpayer money for himself. That's, you know, attacking the American. The richest man on earth attacking the American people and trying to take over our government is deeply wrong. People know that in their gut. (20:46–20:56)

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Asserts that a majority of people oppose the idea of the wealthiest individuals controlling government and exploiting workers.

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