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On the recordMay 4, 2009
Congress and particularly the Senate, who was really our helpmate here, showed their belief in building as a way to stimulate jobs.
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Eleanor Holmes Norton
Democratic · District of Columbia

Editor's note · Context

Norton highlights Congressional support for infrastructure projects to create jobs.

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