So we are going to have a big, important debate in this country and I cannot wait -- (applause) -- because we have tried what they are selling.

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Of course proponents might argue that the only reason these policies have failed is because we have not tried them to their maximum.

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And I think you know, because you covered it, that we have tried it all ways -- both ways, if you will -- and that includes lots of negotiations and sitting across the table with leaders in Congress.

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