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Ben Nelson: “I want to suggest caution, because pushing off obligations into the future isn't the most accountable way.”

On the recordFebruary 4, 2004
I want to suggest caution, because pushing off obligations into the future isn't the most accountable way.
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Ben Nelson
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Feb 4, 2004

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the need for caution in budgetary decisions.

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