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Tan Parker: “Texas will be the first state to fully rebound economically.”

Featuring: Tan Parker, Republican | Texas State Senate, District 12

Interview with Texas State Representative Tan Parker on Legislation and 'Making Government Work'

Published December 11, 2020 | Video Starts at 17:22

That's the heart and soul of what I do as a representative every day, is to serve our constituents and be responsive to their needs. And look, I want to also leave something positive. I do believe that Texas will be the first state to fully rebound economically. in every way, just like we led the country in the 2008 downturn. Because we live within our means. We will live within our means. (17:22–17:34)

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Asserts that Texas will lead the nation in economic recovery.

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