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On the recordOctober 27, 2011
We have got challenges right now in protecting our people, our infrastructure, and also making the point to Congress that we need more investment here in this region.
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Jacob Thompson
Democratic · Mississippi

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Emphasizes the need for investment in security and infrastructure to protect the region.

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