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On the recordJuly 18, 2011
we have to find ways in which to bring down costs to society and costs to the Government.
Said by
Al Franken
Democratic · Minnesota

Editor's note · Context

Franken emphasizes the need to reduce government and societal costs during a budget crisis.

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