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Mitch McConnell: Well, you know, we have got 1,200 employees sitting there wondering if they are going to be without a job.

On the recordMay 17, 2011
Well, you know, we have got 1,200 employees sitting there wondering if they are going to be without a job.
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Mitch McConnell
Republican · Kentucky

Editor's note · Context

McConnell highlights job concerns for employees amidst budget issues.

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