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On the recordJanuary 7, 2009
I believe it is absolutely essential, once we have economic recovery underway, that we pivot and take on our long-term imbalances.
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Kent Conrad
Democratic · North Dakota

Editor's note · Context

Kent Conrad emphasizes the need to address long-term budget imbalances after economic recovery.

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