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On the recordFebruary 24, 2010
We have got to have the courage to attack the most popular programs in American history.
Said by
Carl Levin
Democratic · Michigan

Editor's note · Context

Levin emphasizes the need to confront popular entitlement programs for fiscal responsibility.

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