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On the recordFebruary 14, 2012
I think the American people are tired of empty rhetoric and are looking for constructive solutions, so let's see if we can get somewhere.
Said by
Mike Johnson
Republican · Louisiana

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Johnson emphasizes the need for practical solutions over political talk regarding Social Security.

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