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On the recordApril 19, 2010
I have been a consistent proponent of aggressive preparedness efforts at the Federal, State and local levels to reduce the threat of an influenza pandemic.
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Arlen Specter
Democratic · Pennsylvania

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Specter emphasizes the need for preparedness against influenza pandemics.

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