Jeff Fortenberry actually said...

When we have a system that is not ensuring that those who need the help are getting it in a timely fashion, we are potentially wasting it; we are undermining our own mission here.

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Fortenberry emphasizes the importance of timely assistance in welfare programs.

03/12/2013

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