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On the recordMarch 6, 2012
As Mr. Whitfield said earlier--Chairman Whitfield said earlier, we need to provide immediate assistance to help consumers.
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Ed Whitfield
Republican · Kentucky

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Whitfield emphasized the need for immediate consumer assistance regarding oil prices.

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