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On the recordJune 20, 2012
I would say if you want to make a lot of money, just move to Washington and open a smoke-and-mirror shop.
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Luis Fortuno
Republican · Puerto Rico

Editor's note · Context

Fortuno criticizes the lack of action and transparency in Washington.

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