On the recordJuly 15, 2014
Members of this chamber are closest to the American people that we represent in Congress, and I can assure you that we hear loudly and clearly from them that they are not feeling this recovery.
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congress.govGregory Meeks: “Members of this chamber are closest to the American people that we represent in Congress, and I can assure you that we…”
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Meeks emphasizes the disconnect between economic recovery and constituents' experiences.
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