"...You don't lift an economic downturn by imposing one of the biggest tax increases in American history.

Now, our opponents tell us not to worry about their tax increases. They tell you they're not going to tax your family. No, they're just going to tax 'businesses.'

So, unless you buy something from a business - like groceries, clothes, or gasoline - or unless you get a paycheck from a business - a big business or a small business - don't worry, it's not going to affect you!"

Fred Thompson addressing the RNC, 2008