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David Dewhurst Biography

Lieutenant Governor of Texas

David Dewhurst, born on August 18, 1945, is a seasoned political figure in Texas, serving as the Lieutenant Governor of Texas. He is known for his work in fiscal, educational, and legal affairs during his political career.

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“Ive never supported a payroll tax.”

Taxes Payroll Payroll Tax

Author:David Dewhurst

“Normally, I've found in my life that the louder you speak, probably, the less of a fighter you are. All the fighters I've had a chance and the honor to serve with didn't pat themselves on the back, were pretty humble men and women.”

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“I support secure borders both north and south and I support a guest worker program for those here today illegally. Labor and skilled workers are critical to our Texas economy.”

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“Once we secure our borders - and the federal government has not done a good job - then Congress, I believe, needs to take up the issue and look at how we try and identify those people that are here, that are national security risks to the United States.”

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“When I came back from Bolivia, my Spanish was in some ways as good as my English. I am rusty today. But I am comfortable talking in Spanish. I am not flawless or fluent, but I am comfortable. It takes me a day or two speaking a lot of Spanish to get back into a rhythm.”

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“If we don't change the way Washington operates we're going to bankrupt our children and grandchildren.”

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“We need a human presence at the border and a humane presence at the border.”

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“I've never supported a wage tax and I've never supported a payroll tax.”

Taxes Payroll Payroll Tax

Author:David Dewhurst

“You know some people are all about talk. I'm about results. Every victory, every conservative victory, I've had, I've had to bleed and fight to accomplish it, always adhering to our conservative principles, and refusing to take no for an answer.”

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“If you like Texas and you like our economy, I helped create all that and all those jobs and you will love it when David Dewhurst goes to Washington.”

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Author:David Dewhurst

About the Author

Born: August 18, 1945
Known for: Lieutenant Governor of Texas
Quotes: 10

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