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Joe Morelle: “Since its founding back in 1800, the Library of Congress has become more than a repository of books; it is the very…”

On the recordJuly 9, 2024
Since its founding back in 1800, the Library of Congress has become more than a repository of books; it is the very cornerstone of American democracy.
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Joe Morelle
Democratic · New York

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Morelle emphasizes the Library of Congress's role in American democracy.

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