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Joe Courtney: “I have supported the Navy's desire to build the OLF provided it was in a place that provided a proper fit for both the…”

On the recordFebruary 23, 2009
I have supported the Navy's desire to build the OLF provided it was in a place that provided a proper fit for both the Navy and our local community.
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Joe Courtney
Democratic · Connecticut

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Courtney discusses his support for the Navy's outlying landing field if it suits local needs.

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