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Taxes Briefing Book

April 11, 2012

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As Americans rush to file their 2011 income tax returns with April 17 quickly approaching, the debate continues in Washington over congressional budgeting and deficit reduction. Take a look at our latest Briefing Book to find out where the debate on taxes has been and where it is going.

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