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T. Gorton: “In summary, then, I ask my friend from New Mexico, that is just one of the reasons that this proposed change in the…”

On the recordFebruary 13, 1997
In summary, then, I ask my friend from New Mexico, that is just one of the reasons that this proposed change in the balanced budget constitutional amendment is a risky gimmick, and the risk is to Social Security and its beneficiaries themselves; is that not correct?
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T. Gorton
Republican · Washington

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Discussing concerns about a proposed change to the balanced budget amendment.

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