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On the recordNovember 17, 2010
I have great concern about our soldiers, the men and women that are fighting, and also the taxpayers who are providing that $56 billion.
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Sherrod Brown
Democratic · Ohio

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Senator Brown emphasizes concern for soldiers and taxpayers funding military efforts.

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