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On the recordJanuary 26, 2011
I am committed and I am aware, Mr. Chairman, that we are having this discussion as to where we're going to spend our Federal dollars in a public session, with all these people here, so that this debate can be open, it can be vigorous.
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Tom Reed
New York

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Reed emphasizes the importance of public discussion on federal spending.

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