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Jim McDermott: The Republicans are taking the economy hostage every single time they get a chance.

On the recordJanuary 21, 2013
The Republicans are taking the economy hostage every single time they get a chance.
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Jim McDermott
Democratic · Washington

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McDermott accuses Republicans of jeopardizing the economy for political gain.

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