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On the recordMarch 7, 2012
I might suggest that explicitly targeting such programs is not a constructive way to begin a dialog over what I consider to be an agency crucial to our Government's function, our Nation's economic well being, and our safety and security.
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Daniel Inouye
Democratic · Hawaii

Editor's note · Context

Inouye criticizes budget cuts to NOAA, emphasizing its importance.

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