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On the recordFebruary 14, 2012
You ought to at least present a budget which says, 'I do not care, 50 years from now.' Make it some time, but tell us when, if we adopt this spending plan, when we will achieve a balanced budget, and quit adding to the debt.
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Mike Simpson
Republican · Idaho

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Simpson urges for a clear timeline on achieving a balanced budget.

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