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Patsy T. Mink: Those that are in the AFDC for 24 months or less, have a high school diploma: 41 percent. That is that group that is out…

On the recordMarch 24, 1994
Those that are in the AFDC for 24 months or less, have a high school diploma: 41 percent. That is that group that is out there looking for work, going out and maybe getting something. But because we have tossed them out, more or less, the minute they get a job, cut off their support, no child care, they cannot make it.
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Patsy T. Mink
Hawaii

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Discussing the challenges faced by individuals in the AFDC program during a debate.

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