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On the recordDecember 9, 2015
If the first call is the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or to the IGs or something, this suddenly blew up in a hurry, it should be resolved within chain of command most of the time.
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James Lankford
Republican · Oklahoma

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Lankford emphasizes resolving issues within the chain of command before escalating.

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