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On the recordApril 23, 2013
When we do these investments, they actually generate economic activity, provide jobs, leverage the economy forward.
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Jack Reed
Democratic · Rhode Island

Editor's note · Context

Reed emphasizes the economic benefits of investments in public programs.

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