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Glenn Thompson: “Spending more money for the sake of spending it does not necessarily mean we are achieving our desired results or…”

On the recordFebruary 1, 2022
Spending more money for the sake of spending it does not necessarily mean we are achieving our desired results or outcomes.
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Glenn Thompson
Republican · Pennsylvania

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Thompson emphasizes the need for effective spending in government programs.

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