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Chris Van Hollen: You leave defense exposed for the remaining 9 years.

On the recordApril 24, 2012
You leave defense exposed for the remaining 9 years.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Criticizing the Republican proposal for not adequately protecting defense spending long-term.

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