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On the recordSeptember 13, 2011
These types of nonsensical regulations create man-made shortages, which in turn lead to high unemployment and increased water, energy, and food prices and unnecessary taxpayer spending.
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Tom McClintock
Republican · California

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Criticism of regulations causing shortages and economic issues.

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