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On the recordMarch 16, 2022
I do think it probably hurt the ability to collaborate, you know? Because where the friendships really develop are in passing, at dinner, you know, doing sports together, family outings together.
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Jim McGovern
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Commenting on how lack of social interaction affects collaboration in Congress.

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