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On the recordJanuary 12, 2009
I think you are a high-altitude, high-achieving guy, and I think you will absolutely lead our Department of Education.
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Barbara Mikulski
Democratic · Maryland

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Mikulski expresses confidence in Duncan's ability to lead education.

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