Republicans in Washington want to balance the budget by slashing Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, food stamps, education and other programs that millions of American families rely on. Sen. Sanders has a better idea. "At a time when we are experiencing more wealth and income inequality than at any time since the 1920s, and when Wall Street and large corporations are enjoying record profits, we should be asking the very wealthiest people in this country to start paying their fair share of taxes. That way, we will not only lower the deficit but bring in enough revenue to invest in our economy and create the millions of new jobs we desperately need," he said. Sanders is a member of the select House and Senate budget committee that meets again on Wednesday.

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