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Thomas E. Petri: If we really want to stimulate the economy and get jobs out there, saying we have to do it real quick is not going to be…

On the recordJanuary 21, 2009
If we really want to stimulate the economy and get jobs out there, saying we have to do it real quick is not going to be as effective.
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Thomas E. Petri
Wisconsin

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Petri argues for a long-term infrastructure spending plan instead of quick fixes.

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