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Mike Lawler: “Rockland and Westchester are the top two highest property…”

Featuring: Mike Lawler, Republican | U.S. House, New York, District 17

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Full interview with Rep. Mike Lawler | Playbook The First 100 Days: Tax Reform

Published | Video Starts at 01:37

So obviously in these higher taxed, high spending states, you know, it is a challenge for the average person. I represent Rockland and Westchester counties along with Putnam and Dutchess counties. But Rockland and Westchester are the top two highest property tax counties in America. It's home to the Clintons and George Soros over in Westchester County. So affluent, relatively wealthy, though blue collar, working class in many parts. (01:37–01:43)

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