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Jon Tester: “While economic opportunity should be afforded to all Americans, an examination of this legislation and the historical…”

On the recordSeptember 6, 2016
While economic opportunity should be afforded to all Americans, an examination of this legislation and the historical economic literature and lessons involving Native American entrepreneurs also reveal unique impediments in starting, locating and operating a business.
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Jon Tester
Democratic · Montana

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Tester discusses the unique challenges Native American entrepreneurs face in accessing economic opportunities.

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