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On the recordFebruary 27, 2017
We owe them a debt of gratitude for their service, not the casual slander we often see in food aid reform debates.
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Jim McGovern
Democratic · Massachusetts

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McGovern defends maritime apprentices against negative perceptions in food aid discussions.

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