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On the recordMay 15, 2012
Yes, because I mean, as much as you try, you just can't defend what is going on in West Virginia, and I yield back my time.
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John Shimkus
Republican · Illinois

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Shimkus criticizes the situation in West Virginia regarding router bids.

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