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Mike McCaul: “I think the first principle that we have, particularly in this area, in Congress is to do no harm.”

On the recordJune 23, 2011
I think the first principle that we have, particularly in this area, in Congress is to do no harm.
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Mike McCaul
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

McCaul emphasizes the importance of not harming the private sector with legislation.

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