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On the recordNovember 15, 2011
I view any proposed changes in IP and copyright law as an opportunity to examine whether changes will expand opportunities for women and minority entrepreneurs.
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Maxine Waters
Democratic · California

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Waters emphasizes the importance of copyright law changes for minority entrepreneurs.

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