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On the recordSeptember 10, 2012
I don't believe, Mr. Chairman, that this type of spending reflects the priorities of the average American voter that vote for us to come to Washington.
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Ed Whitfield
Republican · Kentucky

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Whitfield criticizes EPA spending priorities not aligning with voters' concerns.

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