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On the recordMarch 4, 2013
It is very difficult for you gentleman to do your job when you don't know exactly how much money you are going to have.
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Adam Smith
Democratic · Washington
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Editor's note · Context

Smith highlights challenges faced by military leaders due to budget uncertainty.

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