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“The president doesn't get an automatic pay raise, so they can't freeze it for him. But it also does extend the pay rate - they pay increases or pay freeze for pay increases for members of Congress. They've had a pay freeze since 2009, but most civil servants will see a small pay bump in 2016 thanks to a separate order from President Obama.”

Quote by Susan Davis

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Susan Davis is an experienced U.S. Representative, born on April 13, 1944. She has served the 53rd Congressional District of California for many years. Throughout her political career, she has been committed to advancing issues such as education, healthcare, and social justice. more

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