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On the recordOctober 9, 2013
We cannot negotiate over the debt ceiling. National security is another consideration.
Said by
Bill Nelson
Democratic · Florida

Editor's note · Context

Nelson emphasizes the importance of not negotiating on the debt ceiling for national security.

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