Paul Honored for Supporting Small Business

FOR RELEASE: October 14, 2000 Paul Honored for Supporting Small Business Washington, D.C.- Congressman Ron Paul received another award this week for his work on behalf of small businesses. The Small Business Survival Committee (SBSC) named Paul an honorary member of the group in recognition of his support for America's entrepreneurs. The honorary membership was extended to members of Congress who demonstrated a consistent record of support for the small business community during the 106th Congress. "Representative Paul has demonstrated outstanding support for small business men and women across America, as shown by his consistent fight against the unchecked growth of government that threatens to stifle prosperity and innovation," stated SBSC President Christopher Wysocki. "The people of Texas and America can be proud that Representative Paul is standing up for the small business community and working to make sure that our economy continues to grow, so that we may all be a part of the American dream." The SBSC is a nonpartisan and nonprofit advocacy group that represents more than 60,000 small business people nationwide. It supports small business by promoting free-market values through its Washington office and Web site. "It is very easy for legislators to be swayed by the big special interests into voting against the small entrepreneur, but Representative Paul has shown a commitment to the belief that free enterprise, the entrepreneurial spirit, economic growth, and prosperity are the backbone of our flourishing nation," Wysocki concluded. Congressman Paul received high marks for his votes on a variety of issues, particularly taxes. Paul has been an outspoken critic of the estate tax, which is especially devastating for small businesses. He also has introduced legislation that would end onerous payroll taxes, which place a heavy compliance burden on small businesses.