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Pramila Jayapal: “The Federal Government's dollars would be well repaid, as these thriving communities contribute to our economy.”

On the recordApril 30, 2019
The Federal Government's dollars would be well repaid, as these thriving communities contribute to our economy.
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Pramila Jayapal
Democratic · Washington

Editor's note · Context

Jayapal emphasizes the economic benefits of federal investment in local infrastructure.

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