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Lamar Smith: the primary purpose of the National Science Foundation is not to strengthen national security, or improve public health…

On the recordFebruary 23, 2016
the primary purpose of the National Science Foundation is not to strengthen national security, or improve public health, or even to grow our economy.
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Lamar Smith
Republican · Texas

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Smith emphasizes the core mission of the NSF beyond immediate national interests.

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