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Michael Bennet: I mean, that is so contrary to the interests of our families and so contrary to the interests of the country.

On the recordMay 19, 2015
I mean, that is so contrary to the interests of our families and so contrary to the interests of the country.
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Michael Bennet
Democratic · Colorado

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Bennet expresses concern about families unable to afford college despite acceptance.

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