06/30/2010
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"While the rural economy is doing well in many parts of Minnesota, I am still seeing challenges."
"I am really concerned about not just the proposals out there, but also the rhetoric that I think is going to be a real hit to the rural economy."
"I worry that we may be making it too hard for agricultural workers to come in, whether as guest workers or--"
"I also believe we have other needs in this country, especially in rural areas and agriculture."