On the recordMay 19, 2008
American workers who have committed themselves to their employers expect in return to be treated with a modicum of respect and fairness.
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congress.govBarack Obama: “American workers who have committed themselves to their employers expect in return to be treated with a modicum of…”
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Obama emphasized the need for respect and fairness towards workers facing layoffs.
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