I just want to level the playing field for that. I just want to give them a chance to fulfill their potential.
Tom Harkin: “I just want to level the playing field for that. I just want to give them a chance to fulfill their potential.”
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Harkin emphasizes the importance of providing opportunities for students to reach their potential.
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