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To foster bipartisan cooperation, Johnson advocates for focusing on areas of greatest agreement—such as border security and defense funding. He argues that by first ensuring those crucial areas are funded and trimming unnecessary expenditures, a more compelling argument can be made to extend current tax laws and limit automatic tax increases.
Respecting Future Generations
Throughout the discussion, Johnson made it clear that his primary loyalty lies with future generations, emphasizing the moral obligation lawmakers have to their children and grandchildren. He articulated his concerns about burdening them with debt and unmanageable deficits, which he described as grossly irresponsible.