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Jim McDermott: “So I think it is generally accepted by everyone that whatever manipulation you do, you have to take care of the people…”

On the recordFebruary 25, 2013
So I think it is generally accepted by everyone that whatever manipulation you do, you have to take care of the people at the bottom.
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Jim McDermott
Democratic · Washington

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the need to protect vulnerable populations in reforms.

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