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On the recordNovember 30, 2011
In these times of economic hardship, we should be looking for ways to encourage economic development, not inhibit it or prevent it.
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John Barrasso
Republican · Wyoming

Editor's note · Context

Barrasso emphasizes the need for economic development in Indian Country amidst regulatory challenges.

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