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On the recordMarch 13, 2013
So, Mr. Speaker, rather than arguing over whether the States have all the flexibility they need, our goal ought to be: For the taxpayer and for poor Americans, how can we get more people into the workforce? And today's bill contributes little to that process.
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Lloyd Doggett
Democratic · Texas

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