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Mark Takano: “While I know we can all agree that it is a worthy goal to bring down the disability claims backlog, it is not acceptable…”

On the recordNovember 2, 2015
While I know we can all agree that it is a worthy goal to bring down the disability claims backlog, it is not acceptable to leave another group of veterans waiting instead of coming forward with a clear plan to address both situations.
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Mark Takano
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Takano emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to veteran claims.

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