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Al Franken: I think we are being penny-wise and pound-foolish by not spending now on early childhood.

On the recordMay 24, 2010
I think we are being penny-wise and pound-foolish by not spending now on early childhood.
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Al Franken
Democratic · Minnesota

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Advocates for investment in early childhood education to prevent future deficits.

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