Political Quotes

On the recordApril 16, 2024
When you add 125,000 people to it, you are making your problem worse, not better in the long run.
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Rand Paul
Republican · Kentucky

Editor's note · Context

Senator Paul emphasizes the negative impact of increasing pension obligations.

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