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On the recordJuly 13, 2009
This is the Nation's Capital. It's arguably been called the capital of the free world. And the Federal Government has some responsibility, beyond the initial construction costs, to help make sure that system remains healthy and safe.
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Gerry Connolly
Democratic · Virginia

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Connolly asserts the Federal Government's responsibility for the Metro system's upkeep.

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