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On the recordMarch 14, 2013
Let us set aside for a moment the question of whether it makes sense to borrow $2 trillion from foreign nations to pay for a new entitlement when current Medicare and Medicaid programs are in trouble.
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Michael Burgess
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Burgess questions the rationale behind borrowing for new entitlements amidst existing Medicare issues.

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