On the recordMarch 16, 1994
For those for whom it is unavailable, the Government should do it immediately, if possible, with benefits about as generous as we have. Now, how would you suggest we all pay for that?
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govinfo.govFor those for whom it is unavailable, the Government should do it immediately, if possible, with benefits about as generous as we have. Now, how would you suggest we all pay for that?
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