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Judy Chu: Land ownership is a cornerstone of a nation's economy and a necessity to rising out of poverty for many.

On the recordAugust 20, 2015
Land ownership is a cornerstone of a nation's economy and a necessity to rising out of poverty for many.
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Judy Chu
Democratic · California

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Chu emphasizes the importance of land ownership for economic growth and poverty alleviation.

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