On the recordJune 9, 2009
It is also important that we show that we can spend money responsibly, and facing a budget deficit of $1.8 trillion this year and red ink for as far as the eye can see, we have our work cut out for us.
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congress.govIt is also important that we show that we can spend money responsibly, and facing a budget deficit of $1.8 trillion this year and red ink for as far as the eye can see, we have our work cut out for us.
Carper highlights the importance of responsible spending amid a significant budget deficit.
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