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Get the Facts about House Republicans' 'Plan B'

Summary: 
Republicans in Congress have proposed legislation known as “Plan B” that raises taxes on 25 million middle-class families, while cutting taxes for households making more than $1 million each year.

With tax cuts for middle-class families set to expire soon, Republicans in Congress have proposed legislation known as “Plan B” that not only raises taxes on 25 million middle-class families, but cuts taxes for households making more than $1 million each year. 

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President Obama has put forward a proposal that addresses both taxes and spending and is good for American families, the economy, and for our nation’s future. He believes that if Republicans are willing to ask the wealthy to do their fair share to reduce the deficit, then a significant, balanced deal should be within reach. 

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