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James M. Jeffords: Also, isn't this a job creation bill and is this not a time when this Nation is in dire need of improving the employment…

On the recordFebruary 9, 2004
Also, isn't this a job creation bill and is this not a time when this Nation is in dire need of improving the employment of people who desire to have work?
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James M. Jeffords

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Discussing the importance of job creation in a legislative context.

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