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Dewhurst: "Dramatic" Increase in Taxes Possible

Lt. Governor David Dewhurst says the state will have to "dramatically increase taxes" or undergo major cut backs in programs like public safety or education as a result of federal health care reform.

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Lt. Governor David Dewhurst says the state will have to "dramatically increase taxes" or undergo major cut backs in programs like public safety or education as a result of federal health care reform.

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