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John Sarbanes: Of course, these were projections. We recognize that. But they were the best estimate that could be made. Over a 10-year…

On the recordNovember 1, 2005
Of course, these were projections. We recognize that. But they were the best estimate that could be made. Over a 10-year period, we were projecting a surplus of $5.6 billion. In fact, some said we were paying down the debt too quickly, if the Senator will recall?
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