I think the case can be made and I hope the American people realize that we Republicans are dedicated to increasing the school lunch programs, approximately 4.5 percent per year from here to the year 2000 and beyond. We will be working with colleagues on both sides of the aisle to make sure we protect our children in every way possible and to make sure we move forward in good sensible legislation that will help our children and help our families.
Discussing the Republican proposal to increase WIC and school lunch programs.
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