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On the recordMarch 9, 2011
I believe, Mr. Speaker, that the American people want Republicans and Democrats to come together and figure out an environment that will encourage entrepreneurs and small businesses to create jobs for our country. The majority has, frankly, done everything but that. And today is yet another bill that I think is a wasted opportunity in that regard.
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Rob Andrews
Democratic · New Jersey

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The speaker criticizes the new majority for failing to create jobs and prioritizing other issues.

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