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On the recordMarch 21, 2023
Let's not pretend that economic shocks don't affect the budget.
Said by
Sheldon Whitehouse
Democratic · Rhode Island

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the importance of recognizing economic shocks in budget discussions.

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