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On the recordSeptember 20, 2011
We need a plan to begin reducing our deficit in the short term, not shortsighted giveaways of our most pristine areas.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey calls for effective deficit reduction strategies over drilling.

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