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On the recordFebruary 13, 2013
I think both sides agree with that. There comes a point where the safety net incentives are not what we need to maximize employment and maximize economic growth.
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Jim Jordan
Republican · Ohio

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Jordan emphasizes the need for effective safety net incentives to boost employment and economic growth.

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