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On the recordMarch 7, 2012
Social Security, Medicare, and veterans' benefit programs represent an agreement between citizens and the federal government.
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Jason Altmire
Pennsylvania

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Altmire highlights the importance of protecting earned benefits amidst fiscal challenges.

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