On the recordJune 10, 2013
if there is going to be sacrifice, it has to be across the board, and if we are going to save money, it should not be at the expense of those who are willing to work in the Civil Service.
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Durbin emphasizes fairness in budget cuts affecting civilian DOD employees.
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