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On the recordFebruary 9, 2011
A simple review of the math suggests that the 5 percent surcharge may not generate sufficient cash to support a facility recapitalization program for the Defense Commissary Agency.
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Joe Wilson
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Wilson questions the adequacy of the 5% surcharge for funding commissary programs.

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