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Chris Smith: The worst disability, quoting him, is that of low expectations.

On the recordMay 18, 2016
The worst disability, quoting him, is that of low expectations.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

Editor's note · Context

Smith references Joe Steffy's statement about low expectations being a significant barrier.

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