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Tim Walz: A diverse rural economy is the strongest hedge we have against economic downturn and natural disaster.

On the recordMarch 4, 2013
A diverse rural economy is the strongest hedge we have against economic downturn and natural disaster.
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Tim Walz
Democratic · Minnesota

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Walz emphasizes the importance of economic diversity in rural areas.

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