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On the recordJune 20, 2018
Since the founding of this Nation, farms and farmers have always played a significant role in the United States' economy.
Said by
Brad Schneider
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Schneider emphasizes the historical importance of agriculture to the U.S. economy.

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