I understand what you are saying, but of course none of those people have to go out and get elected either.
Jim Risch: “I understand what you are saying, but of course none of those people have to go out and get elected either.”
On the recordApril 20, 2009
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Risch highlights the difference between policymakers and elected officials.
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