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Tom Harkin: I think it is important with Mother's Day coming up to recognize that the women and the mothers in this country need…

On the recordMay 9, 2012
I think it is important with Mother's Day coming up to recognize that the women and the mothers in this country need better support.
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Tom Harkin
Democratic · Iowa

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Harkin emphasizes the need for better support for mothers ahead of Mother's Day.

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