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Tom Harkin: A solid initial investment in young children will save us billions in future spending on remedial education, criminal…

On the recordMay 24, 2010
A solid initial investment in young children will save us billions in future spending on remedial education, criminal justice, health, and welfare programs.
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Tom Harkin
Democratic · Iowa

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Emphasizing the long-term financial benefits of investing in early childhood education.

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