As a result, domestic economic activity and the ability of businesses to save and invest were restrained.

结果，国内经济活动和企业储蓄和投资的能力受到限制。

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In addition, higher tax rates now or in the future increase the barriers to domestic economic activity, thereby further reducing economic activity and employment.

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The weatherization ramp-up delivered on dual objectives: providing low-income families relief from crippling energy bills during an economic slump, and stimulating domestic economic activity.

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In the same way, an increase in marginal tax rates leads to less domestic trade or economic activity.

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