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On the recordJuly 28, 2010
Making it in America is not just about manufacturing in America, it's about succeeding in America, making sure that America continues to be the vibrant engine of our economy and the international economy, making things not only for Americans, but for all the world. Americans have always looked to the manufacturing sector as a source of economic vitality and as a source of pride. America has long prided itself on being a country that makes things. And Democrats, and I know my Republican friends, are committed to making sure that is true in the future. America agrees on the importance of manufacturing to our economy. You just ask them and they will tell you we need to make it in America. Fifty-seven percent of Americans believe it is one of the most important factors in our economic strength, and 85 percent of Americans believe that creating manufacturing jobs is important to our economic recovery.
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Steny Hoyer
Democratic · Maryland
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Jul 28, 2010

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The speaker addresses the importance of manufacturing for America's economy and job creation.

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