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Chris Van Hollen: First of all, the House Republican plan would actually put the brakes on our economy.

On the recordApril 10, 2013
First of all, the House Republican plan would actually put the brakes on our economy.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

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He criticizes the House Republican plan for hindering economic growth.

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