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On the recordSeptember 20, 2011
Let me say this, I love the Peace Corps. It is essential. It is effective. And it should be expanded.
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Ileana Ros-Lehtinen
Republican · Florida

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Ros-Lehtinen expresses strong support for the Peace Corps and advocates for its expansion.

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