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On the recordSeptember 15, 2009
When we talk about the voucher schools, D.C. Opportunity Scholarships, chances are 50 percent we're talking about Catholic schools.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Durbin highlights the significant role of Catholic schools in D.C. scholarships.

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