On the recordSeptember 14, 2011
Since the financial crisis of 2008, small businesses have faced a challenging economic environment, and for this reason the federal marketplace has become an increasingly attractive option.
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congress.govJudy Chu: “Since the financial crisis of 2008, small businesses have faced a challenging economic environment, and for this reason…”
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Judy Chu highlights the challenges small businesses face post-2008 crisis and the importance of federal contracts.
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