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On the recordAugust 1, 2012
Well, I appreciate that, Inspector General. And you know, Mr. Chairman, before I yield back, again, words matter.
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Ben Ray Luján
Democratic · New Mexico

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Lujan stresses the importance of language in discussions.

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