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On the recordMarch 2, 2010
I really believe that America's water and sewer infrastructure is outdated, and I remember the day before bottled water when you could literally drink water from the tap anywhere in the United States.
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Dianne Feinstein
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Feinstein emphasizes the importance of clean water infrastructure amidst budget cuts.

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