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On the recordMarch 7, 2012
The challenge for leaders in this town is we are consumed by people whose vision only goes from year-to-year.
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Mary Landrieu
Democratic · Louisiana

Editor's note · Context

Landrieu highlights the short-sightedness of some leaders in government.

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