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On the recordFebruary 12, 2013
Twelve years ago, I introduced the DREAM Act. It was a bipartisan measure, and not so much today, but I hope that that changes.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

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Durbin reflects on the bipartisan origins of the DREAM Act and hopes for renewed support.

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