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John Thune: “We're dealing with unprecedented levels of deficit spending and debt. And when you hear stories like this----it doesn't…”

On the recordJune 9, 2010
We're dealing with unprecedented levels of deficit spending and debt. And when you hear stories like this----it doesn't do anything to bolster the public's confidence in their government and its ability to make sure that they are being good stewards of America's tax dollars.
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John Thune
Republican · South Dakota

Editor's note · Context

Thune highlights the impact of fiscal mismanagement on public trust in government.

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