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John Yarmuth: I would disagree with the characterization, Mr. Gustafson, that this is, you want a demand-driven rather than…

On the recordFebruary 25, 2013
I would disagree with the characterization, Mr. Gustafson, that this is, you want a demand-driven rather than supply-driven because I would take the position that we are here to serve the citizens of the country not necessarily the businesses.
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John Yarmuth
Democratic · Kentucky

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Yarmuth emphasizes prioritizing citizens' needs over business demands in workforce programs.

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