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John B. Breaux: “Why is it inappropriate? If the States can save a dollar, why should not the Federal Government save a dollar?”

On the recordSeptember 12, 1995
Why is it inappropriate? If the States can save a dollar, why should not the Federal Government save a dollar?
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John B. Breaux

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Discussing federal and state government spending during a debate.

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