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Roger Wicker: Together, we walked into Congress to pitch our plan. I can't tell you how many people told me it would never get done.

On the recordNovember 14, 2023
Together, we walked into Congress to pitch our plan. I can't tell you how many people told me it would never get done.
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Roger Wicker
Republican · Mississippi

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Despite skepticism, a collaborative effort led to successful aid for the aviation industry.

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