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On the recordJune 12, 2012
Let us provide the same opportunity to our Gold Star spouses as we provide to the children to help the spouses restore a financial foundation for their families and take control of their futures.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

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Merkley emphasizes equal educational opportunities for Gold Star spouses.

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