Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 17, 2012
We have to figure that out to get some better compliance out of those people who owe us.
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Tom Coburn
Republican · Oklahoma

Editor's note · Context

Senator Coburn emphasizes the need for better compliance from those in debt to the government.

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