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On the recordJune 2, 2009
As President Obama's nominee to lead the General Services Administration, Martha Johnson comes to this Committee with significant experience in both the private sector and the Federal Government.
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Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

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Senator Collins highlights Martha Johnson's qualifications for leading GSA.

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