Tom DeLay

In the following viewpoint, Tom DeLay contends that small businesses drive the economy and need entry-level workers in order to grow and succeed. However, he maintains, the complicated tax system and unwieldy government regulations discourage job creation. He concludes that small business can create jobs for poor people making the transition from welfare to work if the government reduces these costly regulations. DeLay is a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Texas.

As you read, consider the following questions:

1. According to DeLay, what are the two reasons why the private sector should create jobs?
2. What are DeLay's criticisms of make-work jobs?
3. What type of government do Americans need, according to the author"

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