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John Sarbanes: “What good does it do us if we pass this legislation on homeland security, we beat our chests about it, and then we don't…”

On the recordJanuary 16, 2003
What good does it do us if we pass this legislation on homeland security, we beat our chests about it, and then we don't provide the resources? The Senator's amendment will provide the resources to carry out this legislation.
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John Sarbanes
Democratic · Maryland

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Discussing the importance of funding in homeland security legislation.

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