If it is just about making the agency run smoother and not about protecting the taxpayer or the long-term vision of it, then we have lost focus somewhat.
James Lankford: “If it is just about making the agency run smoother and not about protecting the taxpayer or the long-term vision of it…”
On the recordJune 16, 2015
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Lankford emphasizes the importance of prioritizing taxpayer protection over agency efficiency.
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