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On the recordSeptember 9, 2010
That's real savings, and that's why it's important that we're not pennywise and pound foolish by underfunding these programs that help people stay in their homes.
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Al Franken
Democratic · Minnesota

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Franken argues against underfunding programs that support seniors at home.

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