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On the recordMarch 16, 2009
I just don't see any way to defend channeling more money to the Texas Department of Transportation, given the arrogance with which it has approached the transportation needs in our State.
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Lloyd Doggett
Democratic · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Criticism of Texas Department of Transportation's handling of funds and lack of public accountability.

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