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Tom Harkin: A strong America is built on a strong middle class, which means good jobs, steadily improving wages and benefits, and a…

On the recordJune 22, 2011
A strong America is built on a strong middle class, which means good jobs, steadily improving wages and benefits, and a healthy and happy retirement.
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Tom Harkin
Democratic · Iowa

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Harkin emphasizes the importance of a strong middle class for America's economy.

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