On the recordMarch 29, 2011
The East-West Center...needs an appropriation commensurate with previous levels approved by Congress--at least $21 million--in order to sustain its core functions.
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congress.govThe East-West Center...needs an appropriation commensurate with previous levels approved by Congress--at least $21 million--in order to sustain its core functions.
Hanabusa advocates for funding to support the East-West Center's operations.
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