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On the recordMarch 11, 2009
We have to take strides in this nation to make sure that our big cities--can avoid that to the greatest extent possible.
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Jack Reed
Democratic · Rhode Island

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the need for support to major cities to manage rising costs.

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