Bennie Thompson actually said...

As I look at your $55 billion budget request for fiscal year 2010, I can't help but think about the stimulative impact that DHS could have if it went the extra mile and sought out small and minority businesses for contracting opportunities.

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Thompson emphasizes the importance of small businesses in DHS contracting.

05/12/2009

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