I've called for doubling our investment in basic scientific research, but I've also recommended paying for increases by ending subsidies for mature technologies like wind and oil and gas subsidies.
Dick Durbin: “I've called for doubling our investment in basic scientific research, but I've also recommended paying for increases by…”
On the recordFebruary 23, 2016
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Durbin advocates for increased research funding while suggesting cuts to certain subsidies.
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