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On the recordFebruary 7, 2017
the industrial base plays an important role in research and development as well as design, production, delivery, and maintenance of weapon systems
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Mazie Hirono
Democratic · Hawaii

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Hirono emphasizes the importance of the industrial base for military readiness.

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