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On the recordMarch 23, 2015
when you mention the critical need for upgrading our ports and making us competitive internationally, you get an 'amen' from me on that.
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Roger Wicker
Republican · Mississippi

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Wicker agrees on the importance of port upgrades for international competitiveness.

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