On the recordFebruary 26, 2013
Frankly, it is disheartening that the majority has rejected Democrats' calls to prevent sequestration by closing tax loopholes and reigning in the growth of future spending.
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congress.govFrankly, it is disheartening that the majority has rejected Democrats' calls to prevent sequestration by closing tax loopholes and reigning in the growth of future spending.
Lowey expresses disappointment over the rejection of measures to prevent budget cuts.
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