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On the recordNovember 4, 2009
Qualified workers should not be turned away or have to fear losing their livelihood for reasons that have nothing to do with their capabilities, skills, or performance.
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Tom Harkin
Democratic · Iowa

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Emphasizing the need for protections against discrimination in employment.

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