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On the recordSeptember 17, 2013
We are looking to make the government thrive, grow, invest. We are not looking to sequester and withdraw and restraint.
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Cedric Richmond
Democratic · Louisiana

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Richmond emphasizes the need for government investment rather than cuts.

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