Now, we know that D.C. has more residents than two states. D.C. taxpayers pay federal taxes, pay federal taxes more per capita than any state. And DC as a whole contributes more federal taxes than 12 states. There are over 700,000 active residents here who deserve a voice. Now, DC's government is accountable to the people who live here. And local leaders should and are empowered to solve local problems without Congress interfering. (08:21–08:25)
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Asserts that Washington D.C. contributes more in federal taxes than 12 U.S. states.
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