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On the recordApril 22, 2009
Housing is something that has been very much a part of my background as Director of Habitat for Humanity in Portland, Oregon, later a developer of affordable housing, later an advocate in the legislature for both strong rental assistance programs, decent housing, and for home ownership.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

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Merkley emphasizes his commitment to housing and its importance to the American dream.

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