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On the recordMarch 19, 2012
I think the application ought to be across the board so that if a cut is there, it is tied to risk.
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Bennie Thompson
Democratic · Mississippi

Editor's note · Context

Thompson advocates for equitable budget cuts based on risk assessment.

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