Bennie Thompson actually said...

As a former volunteer firefighter, I know that operable and interoperable communications are essential to ensuring that first responders can do their jobs safely and effectively.

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Thompson emphasizes the importance of communication for first responders, especially post-9/11.

11/17/2014

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