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Director Nussel: First of all, I don’t what the tax bill is for the Walton family. I don’t know how much they pay.

 

Senator Sanders: My estimate is they will save 30 billion dollars through the repeal of the Estate Tax. Tell me why they need a 30 billion tax break, and what do they do with that 30 billion dollars then.

 

Director Nussel: I’ve no idea. But my bet is that they’re quite philanthropic, as are many in that situation. Again, I don’t know what they do with it. But they earned it.

Senator Sanders: I’m glad you’re concerned with the Walton family. Some of us are concerned about other . . . 

Director Nussel: No, you brought up the Walton family. I don’t even know them. I’ve never met them. I, ah, I, ah . . .

Senator Sanders: But you’re worried . . . Your administration is pretty connected to them.

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