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John McCain: “In these tough economic times, we should recognize that mining jobs pay well, require a high level of skill, and provide…”

On the recordJuly 13, 2009
In these tough economic times, we should recognize that mining jobs pay well, require a high level of skill, and provide an excellent career path for those who pursue them.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain advocates for the importance of mining jobs in the economy.

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