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On the recordFebruary 14, 2012
We have heard a lot of excuses from this administration for why the president broke his promise, but what we have not heard is any semblance of accountability.
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Pat Ryan
Democratic · New York

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Criticism of the administration for lack of accountability regarding budget promises.

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