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Brad Sherman: A lot of companies come before Congress and wrap their agenda in jobs or the national interest.

On the recordFebruary 6, 2012
A lot of companies come before Congress and wrap their agenda in jobs or the national interest.
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Brad Sherman
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Sherman critiques companies prioritizing profits over national interest.

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