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On the recordJune 18, 2012
It's pretty simple to me. Girls or boys can't play if they don't have an opportunity to play.
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Barbara Mikulski
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the importance of equal opportunities in sports for all children.

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