Every Senator here would be wise to study Roman history because it holds lessons for us here today. The Roman Republic lasted over 700 years. It finally fell for a variety of reasons, but some of those circumstances have parallels with our own society.
Speaking on the nation's economic and moral condition during debate on the budget.
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I cannot support this item unless there are some limitations on it, unless Congress can exercise its power over the purse, as the Constitution provides.
I will also ensure that the OIG pursues aggressive oversight of contracting issues.
We need important changes in our great health benefit program. TRICARE, to ensure a superior benefit for the long-term.
Why should Congress not have some limitations on this? It is the taxpayers' money.
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