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Brad Sherman: It takes an act of Congress.

On the recordNovember 28, 2012
It takes an act of Congress.
Said by
Brad Sherman
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Sherman emphasizes the difficulty Congress faces in passing laws compared to regulatory actions.

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