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On the recordApril 29, 2009
We want to make sure that the considerable amount of money that we put out there is spent wisely, and that we earn the trust of America by doing it right.
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Patty Murray
Democratic · Washington

Editor's note · Context

Murray emphasizes the importance of wisely spending Recovery Act funds to maintain public trust.

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