Jim Cooper actually said...

But $300 million or $400 million a year is enough, on top of the $12 billion that various government agencies--DOE, DOD [Department of Defense]--are already spending in direct support to South Carolina.

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Cooper argues current funding levels are sufficient for South Carolina's needs.

10/06/2015

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