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John McCain: “Unfortunately, we didn't restrain spending in 2001, and we paid a very heavy price for it as Republicans.”

On the recordJanuary 27, 2008
Unfortunately, we didn't restrain spending in 2001, and we paid a very heavy price for it as Republicans.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain reflects on the consequences of spending decisions made by Republicans.

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