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Frank Lautenberg: The shocking thing is that these programs develop almost in reflex action, it is in response to a condition...

On the recordFebruary 1, 2011
The shocking thing is that these programs develop almost in reflex action, it is in response to a condition...
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Frank Lautenberg
Democratic · New Jersey

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Lautenberg discusses the reactive nature of environmental programs and their importance for public health.

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