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On the recordMarch 17, 2013
Family immigration is good for our economy, and we know that our communities and all Americans benefit when we are able to provide immigrants with an opportunity to set roots.
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Al Franken
Democratic · Minnesota

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Franken argues that family immigration positively impacts the economy and communities.

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