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Joe Morelle: The cost of doing nothing is greater than the cost of doing something.

On the recordFebruary 26, 2020
The cost of doing nothing is greater than the cost of doing something.
Said by
Joe Morelle
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the urgency of addressing bridge repairs versus inaction costs.

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