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On the recordJuly 15, 2014
I don't support sequestration. I would expand upon that to say I don't just oppose sequestration for the Department of Defense, but for all other discretionary spending, as well.
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Martin Smith
Democratic · Washington

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Adam Smith opposes sequestration for all discretionary spending, not just defense.

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