On the recordApril 8, 2014
Our solemn responsibility is to hold Government accountable to taxpayers, because taxpayers have the right to know what they will get from their Government.
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congress.govOur solemn responsibility is to hold Government accountable to taxpayers, because taxpayers have the right to know what they will get from their Government.
Lankford emphasizes the committee's duty to taxpayers.
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