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Rosa DeLauro: “I think I can quantify, as well as I know members of the Congressional Black Caucus, can quantify how earmarks have…”

On the recordMarch 9, 2011
I think I can quantify, as well as I know members of the Congressional Black Caucus, can quantify how earmarks have benefitted our districts.
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Rosa DeLauro
Democratic · Connecticut

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Earmarks have significantly supported educational programs in our districts.

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