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On the recordJuly 23, 2007
It was a mistake. I remember talking with Paul Wellstone at the time. And quite frankly, the reason I voted for it, against my better instinct, is I have great faith in Ted Kennedy, who is so devoted to education.
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Joe Biden
Democratic · Delaware

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Joe Biden reflects on his vote for No Child Left Behind, admitting it was a mistake and emphasizing the need for a fundamental change in education.

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