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John James: “40% of our budget comes from the federal government.”

Featuring: John James, Republican | U.S. House, Michigan, District 10

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In Focus Michigan Gubernatorial Candidates

Published | Video Starts at 13:54

And so having that skill set is very, very relevant for what we need to build our state. And then having somebody for a state where 40% of our budget comes from the federal government. making sure that we're first in line and not last. I believe very strongly that I've been tremendously blessed and I have to be a blessing to others. (13:54–13:57)

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Asserts that a significant portion of Michigan's budget is federally funded.

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