Young: We Can't Tax Our Way Out

State Senator Cathy Young released the following statement after Governor David Paterson's State of the State address:

“Tax relief and economic growth are our state’s most pressing needs. Our families are having a terrible time trying to afford living here, and we desperately need more jobs. Instead of new spending, we should eliminate the proposed 151 new taxes and fees that hit the middle class squarely between the eyes. And, I’m hoping for more details from the Governor about stimulating small businesses and manufacturers.

“While I agree that one element of rebuilding our economy should be developing jobs related to clean energy, I was surprised that agriculture was not mentioned even once. I also was hoping that the Governor would bring up the Jamestown BPU’s oxy-coal plant.

"We have very tough times facing us, but we can’t tax and spend our way out of this crisis."

Listen to Young's statement HERE.

(Audio courtesy of Young's office. Thanks Matt!)

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