03/09/2009
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"the public, I think, is more focused on inflation which has been at the highest level since the 1980s."
"A California company is alleging market practices by some companies that would result in tariffs up to a 250 percent increase."
"the costs we impose are mostly borne by U.S. businesses and families, reducing them would leave people more resources to deal with rising prices."
"I would like to do my utmost as a United States Senator from California to try and restore the roots of friendship that once existed."