Patrick Leahy actually said...

If we cut all these programs, it wouldn't make a dent in our deficit but it would cause many other problems around the world, especially as it would affect America's leadership position.

Context

Leahy argues against cutting foreign aid programs, emphasizing their importance for U.S. leadership.

02/23/2010

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