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Doris Matsui: Well, there is no question. I think the gentlewoman from Florida (Mrs. Thurman) is absolutely correct. They are…

On the recordMarch 2, 1999
Well, there is no question. I think the gentlewoman from Florida (Mrs. Thurman) is absolutely correct. They are basically taking money so there is immediate gratification but at the expense of folks down the road, 5, 10, 15, 20 years down the road.
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Doris Matsui
Democratic · California

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Discussing the long-term consequences of financial decisions.

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