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Lamar Smith: The auto task force's actions did not aim to produce viable companies. They aim to advance the Administration's…

On the recordJuly 20, 2009
The auto task force's actions did not aim to produce viable companies. They aim to advance the Administration's political agenda.
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Lamar Smith
Republican · Texas

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Claim that the auto task force prioritized political goals over business viability.

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