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Who balances budgets? Democrats!!!
Mayor Zohran Mamdani has balanced New York City's budget.
— Mrs. Betty Bowers (@mrsbettybowers.bsky.social) 2026-07-01T02:08:07.600Z
Governor Gavin Newsom has balanced California's budget.
Donald Trump has increased the national debt by over 40%.
Republicans make vague promises about fiscal responsibility, but Democrats get shit done.