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Ed Markey: “Children should be able to grow up in an electronic oasis that enables access to online education, to education and…”

On the recordOctober 4, 2011
Children should be able to grow up in an electronic oasis that enables access to online education, to education and entertainment opportunities in a safe environment.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey emphasizes the need for a safe online environment for children.

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