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On the recordFebruary 27, 2012
Why is there a disparity in treatment between civilian and uniformed personnel?
Said by
Joe Wilson
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Wilson questions unequal treatment in defense budget cuts affecting military families versus civilian workers.

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