On the recordJanuary 27, 2010
I can't speak for Senator Gregg, but he and I have gone on this effort to have a commission, because we have been convinced you have got to have an overall plan for the longer term.
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congress.govI can't speak for Senator Gregg, but he and I have gone on this effort to have a commission, because we have been convinced you have got to have an overall plan for the longer term.
Conrad emphasizes the need for a comprehensive long-term economic plan.
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