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On the recordFebruary 24, 2015
I would much prefer--I would never presume to draw you, Commissioner, into a discussion on what I think needs to happen long term on Social Security.
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Tom Cole
Republican · Oklahoma

Editor's note · Context

Cole emphasizes the need for discussions on Social Security without presuming to direct the agency's role.

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