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Brad Schneider: “We cannot, in fact we must not, sacrifice our engagement in the world under the guise of fiscal prudence.”

On the recordJuly 31, 2013
We cannot, in fact we must not, sacrifice our engagement in the world under the guise of fiscal prudence.
Said by
Brad Schneider
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the importance of international engagement despite budget constraints.

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