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Steny Hoyer: “I want to make this comment. I make it as an interesting comment, that during the Clinton years, the gentleman claims…”

On the recordFebruary 4, 2004
I want to make this comment. I make it as an interesting comment, that during the Clinton years, the gentleman claims that it was the Republicans who created those jobs. Is it not ironic, Mr. Leader, that the Republicans cannot do that when they not only have the House, the Senate, but also the Presidency? Could it be that perhaps the difference was President Clinton? Because with total control, as your friend Dick Armey noticed last time, you own the town and have for the last 3 years. Is it not ironic that you claim credit for doing it before but you cannot do it now?
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Steny Hoyer
Democratic · Maryland
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Discussing job creation and economic policy during the Clinton administration.

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