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Jeff Merkley: “I have often said that the success of our economy a generation from now depends on our investment in education today.”

On the recordMarch 30, 2009
I have often said that the success of our economy a generation from now depends on our investment in education today.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

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Merkley emphasizes the importance of investing in education for future economic success.

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