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I don't think that is acceptable, it is not the number we should be at, and I think as a Congress we should not forget that we still have a very strong obligation to address revenue and to address mandatory spending.

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Smith criticizes the acceptance of sequestration numbers and urges fiscal responsibility.

03/05/2013

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