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David Obey: Every week we delay is another 100,000 or more people unemployed. I don't think we want that on any of our consciences.

On the recordJanuary 27, 2009
Every week we delay is another 100,000 or more people unemployed. I don't think we want that on any of our consciences.
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David Obey
Wisconsin

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David Obey emphasizes the urgency of passing the economic stimulus bill to prevent further unemployment.

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