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On the recordJuly 14, 2011
Obviously gainful employment is extremely, extremely important to veterans. The lack of gainful employment often contributes to homelessness as well as joblessness.
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Sanford Bishop
Democratic · Georgia

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Bishop highlights the critical role of employment in preventing homelessness among veterans.

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