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Mark Takano: “When we talk about banning the box, we are not just discussing a policy initiative, we are talking about allowing real…”

On the recordMay 22, 2017
When we talk about banning the box, we are not just discussing a policy initiative, we are talking about allowing real men and women a fair shot at a good job and life.
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Mark Takano
Democratic · California

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Highlighting the importance of fair employment opportunities.

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