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Paul Tonko: The price tag to society is far beyond the benefit, I think, that comes at the beginning.

On the recordMay 13, 2009
The price tag to society is far beyond the benefit, I think, that comes at the beginning.
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Paul Tonko
Democratic · New York

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Addressing the long-term consequences of unhealthy food options in schools.

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