Bridges Quote by Michael Capuano
“Anybody who wants to cut the gas tax is going to have to suggest to me how we get the money to repair our roads and bridges.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional Hearing, 2013
A request for tax cuts on gas must be paired with a plan to fund infrastructure repairs.
In simple terms: Cutting gas taxes needs a replacement funding plan for roads.
Key Takeaway
Propose alternative road funding before cutting taxes.
Themes
public policy
taxation
infrastructure
political negotiation
budgeting
Mood
concerned
pragmatic
Type
political
policy
When to use this quote
- legislative debate
- budget planning
- public works projects
- tax reform discussions
Key Concepts
fiscal responsibility
public works
tax policy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we fund roads without raising gas taxes?
- What alternative revenue sources are viable?
A Different Perspective
Without a clear alternative, tax cuts could degrade road quality.
