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Glenn Thompson: “Well, and I appreciate that. But when--you know, and I like being a team player, that has been important to me…”

On the recordMarch 6, 2012
Well, and I appreciate that. But when--you know, and I like being a team player, that has been important to me throughout my whole life, professionally and personally. But when I am coming together with a team, unless I am working with a group of carpenters, I don't bring a hammer. And that is what the Obama Administration has brought to this 'teamwork,' to the States.
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Glenn Thompson
Republican · Pennsylvania

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Criticizing the Obama Administration for its heavy-handed approach to state regulations.

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