Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 20, 2011
we need to figure out how we can invest far more in our infrastructure here.
Said by
Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Merkley calls for increased investment in U.S. infrastructure compared to foreign spending.

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