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On the recordApril 12, 2011
There is no question that my State understands the critical need for sound levees that are reliable and provide the best protection possible for our community.
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Mary Landrieu
Democratic · Louisiana

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Emphasizing the importance of reliable levees for community safety post-Katrina and Rita.

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