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Bill Lee: Of course, the president clearly sees the link between the morally correct thing to do and the economically smart thing…

On the recordApril 15, 2013
Of course, the president clearly sees the link between the morally correct thing to do and the economically smart thing to do.
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Bill Lee
Republican · Tennessee

Editor's note · Context

Lee emphasizes the connection between morality and economic policy in the budget.

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