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On the recordJanuary 15, 2014
we need to invest more so that we do not spend so much more--multiples more, as it relates to facing the problem.
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Tim Kaine
Democratic · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Kaine advocates for investment to address root causes of issues rather than just reacting.

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