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John D. Porcari: “Why aren't we creating more U.S.-flag ships in this country? And what can we do to ensure that more of these ships are…”

On the recordMay 20, 2013
Why aren't we creating more U.S.-flag ships in this country? And what can we do to ensure that more of these ships are built and operated, owned and operated here?
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John D. Porcari

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Porcari questions the lack of U.S.-flag ship production and seeks solutions.

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