02/29/2012
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"For many long-time educators, this is the toughest financial situation they have been in, in 20, 30, 40 years."
"I think it is important for all of us to step back and remember sequestration was never written into the bill to be implemented."
"DOD must do its part in resolving these fiscal challenges."
"Lowering spending may reduce the deficit in the short term, but I want to ask how it affects prospects for future economic growth."