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Lamar Smith: As the wall behind me says, 'Where there is no vision, the people perish'--this Committee's goal, and today's hearing…

On the recordFebruary 5, 2013
As the wall behind me says, 'Where there is no vision, the people perish'--this Committee's goal, and today's hearing, is to help define that vision and ensure that America continues to be the leader of global innovation.
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Lamar Smith
Republican · Texas

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Lamar Smith emphasizes the importance of vision for America's innovation leadership.

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