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On the recordApril 27, 2009
It is an anathema to me as to why, 40 years after the OSHA law was passed... we are sitting here today having a discussion.
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Dennis Kucinich
Independent · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Kucinich expresses frustration over the ongoing discussion about OSHA penalties after 40 years.

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