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On the recordApril 16, 2013
I think we would all say if we looked at deficits right now, they are not what we want them to be, and we want to manage them in a significant way, but do it right, and do it consistent with obligations.
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Tim Kaine
Democratic · Virginia

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Kaine emphasizes the need for responsible deficit management while fulfilling obligations.

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