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Chris Van Hollen: I do think it is risky to do anything that could weaken the economy during this very fragile time.

On the recordMarch 9, 2011
I do think it is risky to do anything that could weaken the economy during this very fragile time.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

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Van Hollen warns against actions that might harm the fragile economy.

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