08/18/2000
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"Many struggling families aren't aware they qualify for aid."
"But still there are wide and disturbing disparities in health, income, perceptions of justice, and educational achievements that break down along the color line."
"Today I'm pleased to announce that the Department of Labor is awarding $223 million in youth opportunity grants to bring education and job training to up to 44,000 young people in 36 communities."
"Together, we have come a mighty long way."