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Tim Scott: “I know that we oftentimes look at the $9 billion that is spent through one program, but if we look at it only from the…”

On the recordAugust 3, 2015
I know that we oftentimes look at the $9 billion that is spent through one program, but if we look at it only from the prism of the finances, we miss the real point of the service, which is really trying to find a way to make sure that every American experiences their full potential.
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Tim Scott
Republican · South Carolina

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Tim Scott emphasizes the importance of focusing on service outcomes rather than just financial aspects.

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