The goal is to reduce the size and scope of government spending, not to focus on the deficit. The deficit is the symptom of the disease. (Grover Norquist)

The goal is to reduce the size and scope of government spending, not to focus on the deficit. The deficit is the symptom of the disease.

Grover Norquist

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