Lamar Alexander actually said...

Supporting government-sponsored basic research is one of the most important things our country can do to encourage innovation, help our free enterprise system create good jobs, and make America competitive in a global economy.

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Advocates for increased funding for basic research to boost innovation and job creation.

02/23/2016

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