Joe Wilson actually said...

I'd rather pay for it, Mr. Chairman, to go to programs, not--I love accountants and bookkeepers, and bureaucrats, but I'd rather it go to actually providing services.

Context

Wilson emphasizes funding should prioritize programs over accounting costs.

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