I voted for the Fiscal Responsibility Act, not because I agreed with the spending levels in the deal, but because this country could not afford to default on its debts.
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McCollum explains her support for a budget act despite disagreements on spending levels.
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I am angry, and angry can be a very good emotion when utilized appropriately.
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