Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 21, 2023
I feel strongly that if we want to build a safer, more competitive country, we can't give up on the need to invest right here at home.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

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Emphasizing the importance of domestic investment for national safety and competitiveness.

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