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On the recordFebruary 7, 2017
Simply put, Illinoisans want Congress to place a big bet on America, and they want their tax dollars invested in American workers.
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Tammy Duckworth
Democratic · Illinois

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Duckworth calls for investment in American infrastructure and workers.

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