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Steven C. LaTourette: “I think we should build railroads all over the country because it not only helps the railroads, it puts people to work…”

On the recordMarch 9, 2009
I think we should build railroads all over the country because it not only helps the railroads, it puts people to work as well.

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LaTourette advocates for expanding railroad infrastructure to create jobs.

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