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Darrell Issa: My obligation as the chairman of this committee is first and foremost for the District of Columbia to ensure that we do…

On the recordJanuary 23, 2012
My obligation as the chairman of this committee is first and foremost for the District of Columbia to ensure that we do no harm to the District.
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Darrell Issa
Republican · California

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Issa emphasizes his responsibility to protect the District of Columbia's interests.

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