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On the recordMay 14, 2018
I want to drill down a little bit on a challenge, especially in those small businesses that need loans under $250,000 in which women and minorities are finding it very challenging to get financing.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

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Senator Cardin highlights financing challenges for small businesses owned by women and minorities.

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