John Thune said "It is a short-sighted view in my estimation. It ignores past achievements like the George Washington Bridge, which was built during the Depression." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordMarch 7, 2011

It is a short-sighted view in my estimation. It ignores past achievements like the George Washington Bridge, which was built during the Depression.

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Criticizes House Republicans for opposing infrastructure investments.

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