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Tom Harkin: I believe that education is a key factor in securing a sound economic future for our country.

On the recordJanuary 12, 2009
I believe that education is a key factor in securing a sound economic future for our country.
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Tom Harkin
Democratic · Iowa

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Stresses education's role in economic stability.

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