We did the same thing back 15 years ago. We raised taxes three times. We raised taxes on millionaires by 40%. What happened? Our economy went in the ditch. We lurked from a deficit to deficit [after raising taxes]. You know, we raised taxes then and cut services. I'm doing just the opposite. I'm cutting taxes for the middle class in improving services for you. We only have 30 seconds left. (07:17–07:21)
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