Travel and tourism play a major role in our country's economy, with almost 8 million Americans in jobs tied to the tourism industry.
Janice Schakowsky: “Travel and tourism play a major role in our country's economy, with almost 8 million Americans in jobs tied to the…”
On the recordMay 6, 2013
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Emphasizing the significance of tourism for the U.S. economy and job market.
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