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On the recordNovember 15, 2011
We must maintain a focus on this issue, because whether it is human trafficking or the failure to hold down contract costs, our acquisition personnel are in the front lines on behalf of our constituents, the taxpayers.
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Gerry Connolly
Democratic · Virginia

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Connolly emphasizes the importance of oversight in acquisition to protect taxpayers.

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