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Chris Van Hollen: I think it is clear that the sequester is exactly the wrong thing for the country to do right now.

On the recordMarch 5, 2013
I think it is clear that the sequester is exactly the wrong thing for the country to do right now.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

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Van Hollen criticizes the sequester for its negative impact on jobs and economic growth.

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