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Zoe Lofgren: Studies show that for every farm worker we deport, we may be deporting three other jobs held by Americans.

On the recordFebruary 28, 2011
Studies show that for every farm worker we deport, we may be deporting three other jobs held by Americans.
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Zoe Lofgren
Democratic · California

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Lofgren shares research indicating the broader economic impact of deporting farm workers.

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