On the recordDecember 6, 2017
I want to be assured that this bureau is going to be able to access all of those areas.
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congress.govI want to be assured that this bureau is going to be able to access all of those areas.
Frankel expresses concern about the ability of a new bureau to handle diverse women's issues.
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