On the recordMay 18, 2015
I believe sooner or later we are going to have to get a budget that works for this country, based on priorities and based on our values.
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congress.govJoe Manchin: “I believe sooner or later we are going to have to get a budget that works for this country, based on priorities and…”
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Manchin emphasizes the need for a functional budget reflecting national priorities.
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