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Mike Lee: “Yes, that, and I suppose are people who, once they have learned they can earn a living in a certain way, they would like…”

On the recordNovember 13, 2013
Yes, that, and I suppose are people who, once they have learned they can earn a living in a certain way, they would like to continue earning a living that way, especially if it is very lucrative.
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Mike Lee
Republican · Utah

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Senator Lee discusses the motivation for individuals to continue profitable but unethical practices.

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