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Mike Thompson: The only holdback, the only dark spot in all this is the Federal Government's participation.

On the recordJune 16, 2015
The only holdback, the only dark spot in all this is the Federal Government's participation.
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Mike Thompson
Democratic · California

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Thompson emphasizes federal government shortcomings in addressing infrastructure issues despite state efforts.

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