John Thune said "I don't think we should underestimate the importance of efficient freight transportation on the overall economy." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordJune 17, 2009

I don't think we should underestimate the importance of efficient freight transportation on the overall economy.

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Republican · South Dakota

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Stresses the critical role of freight transportation in the economy.

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