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Barack Obama: “We need to ensure we cut responsibly, and that we don't undermine growth and competitiveness by cutting investments in…”

On the recordMarch 8, 2011
We need to ensure we cut responsibly, and that we don't undermine growth and competitiveness by cutting investments in education and research and development.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Statement by Press Secretary Jay Carney on Today's Votes in the Senate

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