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James A. Lewis: “I happen to believe that poverty is a radical evil in our society.”

On the recordFebruary 27, 2013
I happen to believe that poverty is a radical evil in our society.
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James A. Lewis
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Lewis emphasizes the severity of poverty in America.

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