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John Garamendi: “The Continuing Resolution passed by this House earlier in the year would hinder economic growth and destroy 700,000…”

On the recordMarch 29, 2011
The Continuing Resolution passed by this House earlier in the year would hinder economic growth and destroy 700,000 jobs.
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John Garamendi
Democratic · California

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Garamendi criticizes a House resolution for its negative impact on job creation and economic growth.

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