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“I'm in favor of doing tax reform, but I think tax reform ought to be revenue neutral as it was back during the [Ronald] Reagan years. We've resolved this issue.” quote by Mitch McConnell
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“I'm in favor of doing tax reform, but I think tax reform ought to be revenue neutral as it was back during the [Ronald] Reagan years. We've resolved this issue.”

Mitch McConnell

About This Quote

Source Speech: Senate Floor, 2017

Tax reform should not increase deficits; it must be revenue neutral like during Reagan’s era.

In simple terms: Tax changes should balance the budget.

Key Takeaway

Aim for neutral fiscal impact.

Themes

tax policy budget fiscal responsibility politics neutrality

Mood

pragmatic serious analytical

Type

political economic policy

When to use this quote

  • legislation
  • budget planning
  • policy debates
  • public statements

Key Concepts

revenue neutrality economic growth public finance

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can neutrality be achieved without cutting services?
  • What are the trade‑offs of neutral reform?
A Different Perspective

Political opposition may argue it limits needed revenue.

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