Wilson: “There are real families and small businesses that will be hurt by the $1.4 trillion in new taxes this budget will create.”

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 17, 2009

Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) delivered the following remarks on the floor of the House of Representatives today highlighting the tax increases on American families included in the Democrat Budget.

“Mr. Speaker, Democrats have broken their promise not to raise taxes on 95 percent of Americans. Democrats are proposing to tax small businesses and everyone who plans to turn on a light, drive a car, or heat their home.

“Under the Democrat budget, many small businesses will see their taxes go up. At a time when our economy is in trouble, this budget raises taxes on the one group that creates the most jobs in America.

“But small businesses are not alone. Under the new Democrat cap, trade, and tax proposal, every household in this country would pay as much as $3,128 each year in higher energy costs. This would surely overwhelm any tax break they may be getting.

“The President says this budget is not just about numbers on a page. I agree. There are real families and small businesses that will be hurt by the $1.4 trillion in new taxes this budget will create.

“In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget September 11th.”

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