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On the recordMarch 8, 2010
I agree with Senator Dodd. Parents are first, but if parents are first, teachers and school leaders are second.
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Michael Bennet
Democratic · Colorado

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Bennet emphasizes the importance of prioritizing teachers and school leaders after parents.

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