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John Cornyn: So Secretary Napolitano claims that the border is open for business. But at what level?

On the recordMay 16, 2011
So Secretary Napolitano claims that the border is open for business. But at what level?
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John Cornyn
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Questioning the effectiveness of border security measures.

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