Tom Vilsack actually said...

we want to focus on the 380-some counties where poverty has been persistent for over 30 years, persistent and consistent with Representative Clyburn's ideas.

Context

Discussing the focus on persistent poverty areas in relation to StrikeForce initiatives.

02/24/2021

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