Political Quotes

On the recordDecember 4, 2012
Congress should not allow itself to get tied up in knots engaging in a political debate over offsets.
Said by
Mary Landrieu
Democratic · Louisiana

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Landrieu emphasizes the need for swift action without political delays.

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