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On the recordApril 10, 2013
Stopping the sequester is a clear and direct productive impact in a state that does not have any other opportunities for fiscal growth.
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Michelle Lujan Grisham
Democratic · New Mexico

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the need to end the sequester for economic growth in New Mexico.

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